Trinamool Congress MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy resigns from Rajya Sabha and party

Senior Trinamool Congress MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy has resigned from both his party and the Rajya Sabha. His departure follows internal dissent regarding the party's performance in the 2026 assembly polls and allegations of corruption.
Why it matters
This resignation highlights growing instability and internal conflict within a major Indian political party, potentially signaling further defections.
Senior Trinamool Congress MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy on Monday (June 8, 2026) said that he has resigned from the Rajya Sabha and from the party.
The report focuses on the factual event of the resignation and the stated reasons, maintaining a neutral tone.
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