A fresh political development within the All India Trinamool Congress has triggered speculation of an internal split, after a group of Lok Sabha MPs reportedly moved a letter to the Speaker seeking recognition of a separate parliamentary faction. According to MPs involved in the move, two Trinamool Congress lawmakers confirmed that they had signed a letter sent to the Speaker’s office, seeking formal recognition of a separate faction within the party’s parliamentary unit.

The signatories have also staked claim to the party’s symbol, marking a significant escalation in internal differences within the organisation. The Speaker’s office has not yet confirmed receipt of the letter, but the development has intensified political buzz in Delhi and Kolkata. The Trinamool Congress, which has 28 MPs in the Lok Sabha, has been a unified bloc in Parliament until these recent reports of dissent emerged.

Among the MPs who acknowledged signing the letter are Kakoli Dastidar and Jagadish Chandra Barma Basunia, both of whom said the communication was intended to establish that the group represents the Trinamool Congress within the Lok Sabha. However, neither confirmed the total number of MPs supporting the move.

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Reports suggest that the letter, dated May 18, carries 19 signatures. Interestingly, the serial numbering reportedly runs from 1 to 20, with one slot—number 13—left unsigned. This has fuelled speculation among political observers about the identity of a potential 20th participant, though no confirmation has emerged regarding any additional lawmaker.

The procedural next step, according to parliamentary rules, would involve the Speaker assessing whether the group meets the required numerical threshold to be recognised as the original party faction. This process may include direct interaction with the MPs involved to verify their claim and determine legitimacy. If the Speaker accepts the claim, it could lead to a formal reconfiguration of party representation in the Lok Sabha.

If not, the situation may escalate into a more complex political scenario involving resignations, possible re-elections, or legal and constitutional challenges. The development comes at a politically sensitive time for the Trinamool Congress, which has maintained a strong presence in West Bengal politics for over a decade. The internal churn has now placed the party’s parliamentary unity under scrutiny, with further clarity expected once the Speaker examines the letter and initiates formal proceedings.

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