How one of India's most successful female politicians is losing her party
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) party in West Bengal is facing a significant internal crisis following its recent electoral defeat to the BJP. Despite retaining a substantial voter base, the party is experiencing a wave of legislative defections and questions regarding the leadership of Mamata Banerjee.
Why it matters
The potential collapse of one of India's most powerful regional parties could significantly alter the political landscape of West Bengal and the strength of the national opposition.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Soutik Biswas India correspondent NurPhoto via Getty Images Mamata Banerjee has dismissed a rebellion by legislators as opportunistic and vowed to bounce back Political parties usually survive defeat. What they often struggle to survive is the sudden loss of power.
The article provides a factual account of political developments and internal party struggles without adopting a partisan stance.
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