NEW DELHI: In a dramatic flip of occasions indicative of a widening rift inside the INDIA Bloc, the Congress has overtly criticized the Trinamool Congress (TMC), led by Mamata Banerjee, accusing the ruling get together in West Bengal of hindering progress in seat-sharing discussions.
Congress Hits Out At Mamata
Congress MP and West Bengal unit chief, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, has expressed doubts about Mamata Banerjee’s honest engagement in seat-sharing talks together with his get together. Speaking at a press convention in Murshidabad district, Chowdhury dismissed Mamata’s reported supply of two Lok Sabha seats to the Congress, emphasizing that these constituencies have been already of their possession.
Don’t Need Mamata’s Pity: Congress
“The true face of Mamata Banerjee is out. They (TMC) are saying that they are ready to give us two seats in West Bengal. The seats in question are already with us. Both these constituencies elected Congress MPs. So, what new are they giving us? We won these seats defeating Mamata Banerjee’s TMC and the BJP. Are they doing us a favour? Who will trust her (Mamata) with seat allotment?” Adhir mentioned. He questioned the TMC’s supply, stating that the contested seats have been received by Congress within the earlier elections, defeating each TMC and BJP candidates.
Tensions Rise Within INDIA Bloc
The TMC, a key constituent of the INDIA Bloc, reportedly proposed two seats for the Congress within the upcoming basic elections. However, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury declared that his get together wanted ”no favours” from the TMC, expressing confidence in Congress’s capability to go solo in West Bengal and safe victory.
INDIA Bloc Grapple With Seat-Sharing Challenges
While the INDIA companions convened for his or her fourth assembly within the nationwide capital, the contentious situation of seat-sharing in particular person states remained unresolved. Major friction factors have been noticed in Bihar, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal, with regional events driving a tough discount with the Congress.
Congress Prepares For Solo Battle In Punjab
In Punjab, Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring introduced plans to compete on all 13 Lok Sabha seats within the state. Dismissing discussions on seat-sharing or alliances, Warring emphasised the get together’s dedication to contest independently and formulate a broad technique for the upcoming polls.
Shiv Sena Remains Firm In Maharashtra Over Seat-Sharing
Meanwhile, Shiv Sena’s (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut asserted the get together’s dominance in Maharashtra, hinting at no compromise in seat-sharing negotiations. Raut highlighted the Shiv Sena’s historic presence in 23 seats and affirmed their dedication to sustaining this stronghold within the upcoming elections.
Reacting to Shiv Sena’s declare, Congress chief Milind Deora asserted the grand previous get together’s place because the main opposition drive in Maharashtra. He emphasised that no alliance might proceed with out consulting the native management of the state.
