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From TMC insider to rebel leader: Who is Ritabrata Banerjee, man at the centre of turmoil

Times of India · Jun 3, 2026, 1:42 PM · Also reported by 1 other source

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Expelled TMC leader Ritabrata Banerjee claims Speaker recognized him as opposition leader, signaling a major internal crisis. Fifty-eight rebel MLAs support this move, proposing a new leadership structure. This revolt, the party's biggest challenge, follows a significant election defeat and has prom

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