A significant political development has unfolded in West Bengal, where a faction within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has reportedly claimed a breakaway move involving a substantial number of Lok Sabha MPs. The group’s assertion that around twenty MPs are aligned with them has intensified speculation over a possible internal split within the party’s parliamentary wing. According to the claim, this number would exceed the two-thirds threshold required under India’s anti-defection framework to avoid disqualification in case of a formal merger or recognised split. However, the exact legitimacy of these numbers and the formal recognition of such a realignment remain subject to verification by parliamentary authorities. The situation has sparked fresh political debate, as TMC’s organisational unity and its position in the national opposition landscape come under scrutiny. While discussions continue, no official confirmation has been issued by the party leadership regarding a formal divisio...