Who leads the 'Mamata' faction of TMC?

The faction is led by Mamata Banerjee and her nephew Abhishek Banerjee.

What does the Election Commission's notification mean?

It officially recognizes the Mamata-led group as a separate TMC faction with its own name and symbol.

Why is the faction described as 'original but minority'?

This indicates that while this group represents the original TMC, it currently has fewer members compared to rival factions.

What is Mamata Banerjee's political strategy following this notification?

She has called for unity among opposition parties, encouraging Bengal to lead a united front against the BJP.

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ECI Allots 'Mamata' Name to Mamata Banerjee-Led TMC Faction

The Election Commission recognizes Mamata Banerjee's group as the original but minority faction

The Election Commission of India has officially allotted the name 'Mamata' to the faction of the All India Trinamool Congress led by Mamata Banerjee and her nephew Abhishek Banerjee. The Commission described this group as the 'original but minority' faction in a notification issued on Friday.

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Published Sep 18, 2026

News Desk, Niharika Times

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The Election Commission of India has allotted the name 'Mamata' and the election symbol to the Mamata Banerjee-led faction of the All India Trinamool Congress, identifying it as the 'original but minority' group. This decision separates it from the rival faction headed by Arup Roy amid ongoing political developments. Mamata Banerjee has called for unity among opposition parties to challenge the BJP.

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This decision by the Election Commission distinguishes the Mamata Banerjee-led faction from the rival group headed by Arup Roy. The notification also assigned the election symbol to Mamata Banerjee's faction. The Commission's move comes amid ongoing political developments and efforts by opposition parties to unite against the BJP. Mamata Banerjee has expressed a commitment to unity, urging Bengal to set an example for a united India bloc to challenge the ruling party.

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Who leads the 'Mamata' faction of TMC?: The faction is led by Mamata Banerjee and her nephew Abhishek Banerjee.
What does the Election Commission's notification mean?: It officially recognizes the Mamata-led group as a separate TMC faction with its own name and symbol.
Why is the faction described as 'original but minority'?: This indicates that while this group represents the original TMC, it currently has fewer members compared to rival factions.
What is Mamata Banerjee's political strategy following this notification?: She has called for unity among opposition parties, encouraging Bengal to lead a united front against the BJP.

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ECI Allots 'Mamata' Name to Mamata Banerjee-Led TMC Faction

The Election Commission recognizes Mamata Banerjee's group as the original but minority faction

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