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Karuthodi Radhakrishnan dies aged 83 Mamata Banerjee’s Nephew Ritabrata Sparks TMC Power Struggle in Kolkata
** Ritabrata Banerjee, Mamata Banerjee’s nephew, has defected to a rival faction within the Trinamool Congress, sparking a power struggle that could shift the balance of power in West Bengal. With several top leaders secretly in talks with him, Ritabrata’s rebellion has gained momentum, and insiders claim that Mamata Banerjee’s team is working overtime to placate him. But Ritabrata remains unyielding, seeking a more inclusive and participatory approach to governance.
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In the sweltering heat of Kolkata, a brewing storm within the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) is causing ripples that could potentially shift the balance of power in the state.
At the center of the maelstrom is Ritabrata Banerjee, a fiery leader and Mamata Banerjee’s own nephew, who has openly defected to a rival faction and now claims to have won over key parliamentarians to his cause.
Updated: June 5, 2026
In the sweltering heat of Kolkata, a brewing storm within the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) is causing ripples that could potentially shift the balance of power in the state. At the center of the maelstrom is Ritabrata Banerjee, a fiery leader and Mamata Banerjee’s own nephew, who has openly defected to a rival faction and now claims to have won over key parliamentarians to his cause.
As the sun rises over the City of Joy, the hum of gossip and speculation has taken over the streets of Kolkata. Sources within the party indicate that Ritabrata’s rebellion has gained momentum, with several top leaders secretly in talks with him. The whispers are that many are fed up with Mamata Banerjee’s increasingly authoritarian style of governance and are seeking a more inclusive and participatory approach.
The tension has been simmering for weeks, ever since Ritabrata, known for his sharp tongue and unwavering commitment to social justice, publicly criticized Mamata Banerjee’s policies as anti-people. His words sent shockwaves through the party, and insiders claim that Mamata Banerjee’s team has been working overtime to placate the defecting leader with promises and threats.
But Ritabrata remains unyielding, refusing to back down even as the stakes grow higher. In a candid interview, he revealed that he hasn’t had a single conversation with any parliamentarian in the past week, a deliberate move to maintain his distance and prevent any perceived arm-twisting. I’m not looking to buy loyalty, he said, his eyes flashing with determination. I want to bring about a genuine change that empowers the people, not just the party elite.
As the TMC’s internal power struggle deepens, the people of Bengal are watching with bated breath. For them, the stakes are high – their livelihoods, their rights, and their future depend on which faction emerges victorious. Will Mamata Banerjee’s TMC continue its reign, or will Ritabrata’s rebellion bring about a seismic shift in the state’s politics? One thing is certain: the next few weeks will be pivotal in shaping the future of West Bengal, and its people are holding their breath as the drama unfolds.
The brewing storm in the Trinamool Congress is not just a test of power, but a litmus test of Mamata Banerjee's popularity and willingness to adapt to the changing landscape of West Bengal's politics. If Ritabrata's rebellion succeeds, it could signal a shift from personality-driven politics to a more inclusive and participatory approach, one that prioritizes the needs of the people
