Mamata Banerjee's party expels two MLAs a day after 61 of 80 skipped party meeting. Reason: 'anti-party activities'

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has expelled two MLAs for failing to attend party meetings and engaging in alleged anti-party activities. The move follows a significant internal protest where 61 out of 80 party legislators skipped a recent meeting.
Why it matters
This internal rift signals growing instability and dissent within the TMC, potentially impacting the party's political cohesion in India.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC), on Monday, expelled two of its MLAs from the party for allegedly "repeatedly failing to attend meetings" and engaging in anti-party activities.
The article presents the party's official stance alongside the expelled members' counter-arguments, maintaining a neutral reporting style.
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