'Decline recognition to separate faction of TMC': Abhishek Banerjee writes to LS Speaker
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has written to the Lok Sabha Speaker to prevent any recognition of a breakaway faction within his party. He argues that the party is indivisible and that current anti-defection laws do not support the creation of parallel legislative groups.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing internal political instability in India and tests the application of the Tenth Schedule regarding party splits and legislative recognition.
Decline any recognition to separate faction of TMC : Abhishek Banerjee writes to Lok Sabha Speaker amid rebellion | India News - The Times of India
The article reports on a formal letter and legal arguments without taking a stance on the validity of the rebellion.
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