The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Madan Mitra leaves Mamata Banerjee, joins rebel Trinamool camp
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Shiv Sahay Singh
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Madan Mitra, a veteran MLA and loyalist of Mamata Banerjee, has defected to the rebel Trinamool camp led by Ritabrata Banerjee. This move follows recent legal pressure from the Enforcement Directorate and contributes to a growing trend of desertions within the party.
In yet another setback to Trinamool Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee, loyalist and MLA Madan Mitra on Wednesday (July 15, 2026) switched sides and joined the rebel camp led by the Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee.
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