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Last Updated:<\/span>August 05, 2025, 09:51 IST<\/time><\/p>\nParty sources say that while Kalyan\u2019s resignation has been submitted, it hasn\u2019t been formally accepted. Nor has he withdrawn it.<\/h2>\n<\/p>\nBengal CM Mamata Banerjee spoke to party MPs in a close-door meet on Monday. (Images: PTI)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nA day after Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra referred to her party colleague Kalyan Banerjee as a \u201cpig” during a podcast with India Today, the Serampore MP fired back publicly, accusing her of using \u201cdehumanising” language. The escalating spat between the two Lok Sabha MPs reached a political flashpoint on Monday when Kalyan Banerjee announced his resignation as the Chief Whip of the TMC Parliamentary party in the Lok Sabha, just hours after a key internal meeting led by party chief Mamata Banerjee.<\/p>\nResponding to Mahua\u2019s remark, in a strongly worded post on X, Kalyan wrote: \u201cI have taken note of the recent personal remarks made by Mahua Moitra in a public podcast. Her choice of words, including the use of dehumanising language such as comparing a fellow MP to a \u2018pig\u2019, is not only unfortunate but reflects a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse.”<\/p>\n\n\nI have taken note of the recent personal remarks made by Ms. Mahua Moitra in a public podcast. Her choice of words, including the use of dehumanising language such as comparing a fellow MP to a \u201cpig”, is not only unfortunate but reflects a deep disregard for basic norms of civil\u2026\u2014 Kalyan Banerjee (@KBanerjee_AITC) August 4, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nMahua\u2019s comments came while responding to Kalyan\u2019s earlier remarks about her marriage with BJD MP Pinaki Mishra. She had said, \u201cYou don\u2019t wrestle with a pig. Because the pig likes it and you get dirty. There are deeply misogynistic, sexually frustrated, depraved men in India and they have their representation in parliament across all parties.”<\/p>\nMamata\u2019s Intervention And The Fallout<\/h2>\nThe deepening feud between the two MPs was among the key reasons for Mamata Banerjee\u2019s sharp reprimand during Monday\u2019s virtual meeting with party MPs. According to sources, Mamata expressed serious displeasure at the growing infighting within the Lok Sabha contingent, especially at a politically sensitive moment in Bengal. In contrast, she praised the Rajya Sabha MPs for maintaining discipline and hinted at forming a disciplinary committee to monitor internal conduct.<\/p>\nAlso Read:<\/strong>\u00a0Kalyan Banerjee Steps Down As TMC\u2019s Lok Sabha Chief Whip As Mamata Flags Poor Coordination<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\nSignificantly, she also formalised the transfer of coordination duties to Abhishek Banerjee, citing the ill health of senior MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay. Until now, Kalyan had been performing that role. Hours later, Kalyan stepped down as Chief Whip, stating in his resignation letter that the TMC supremo no longer had confidence in him.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nHowever, insiders suggest the timing was no coincidence. The Mahua row, growing personal acrimony, and possibly Mamata\u2019s comments during the meet, which many interpreted as directed at Kalyan, contributed to his decision to quit the post.<\/p>\nThe Road Ahead: All Eyes On Delhi<\/h2>\nDespite the resignation, Kalyan has clarified that he has no personal issues with Abhishek Banerjee, who has since spoken to him and requested that he continue in his role for a few more days. Abhishek is expected to visit Delhi on August 7, where a one-on-one conversation with Kalyan is planned to defuse tensions.<\/p>\nParty insiders say Kalyan\u2019s resignation has not yet been formally accepted, nor has he withdrawn it. Those familiar with TMC\u2019s internal dynamics note that Kalyan has had run-ins with the party leadership before \u2014 but such disputes have often been resolved behind closed doors.<\/p>\nWhether this latest episode follows that same path may depend heavily on his upcoming meeting with Abhishek. If reconciliation is to be achieved, insiders suggest, it will likely begin with the withdrawal of Kalyan\u2019s resignation, but the bitterness with Mahua Moitra may be harder to paper over.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nAbhro Banerjee<\/a><\/p>\nCovering day-to-day national and international news for the last nine years across print and digital. Associated with News18.com as Chief Sub-Editor since 2022, covering innumerable big and small events, includ…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nCovering day-to-day national and international news for the last nine years across print and digital. 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Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee spoke to party MPs in a close-door meet on Monday. (Images: PTI)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n
A day after Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra referred to her party colleague Kalyan Banerjee as a \u201cpig” during a podcast with India Today, the Serampore MP fired back publicly, accusing her of using \u201cdehumanising” language. The escalating spat between the two Lok Sabha MPs reached a political flashpoint on Monday when Kalyan Banerjee announced his resignation as the Chief Whip of the TMC Parliamentary party in the Lok Sabha, just hours after a key internal meeting led by party chief Mamata Banerjee.<\/p>\n
Responding to Mahua\u2019s remark, in a strongly worded post on X, Kalyan wrote: \u201cI have taken note of the recent personal remarks made by Mahua Moitra in a public podcast. Her choice of words, including the use of dehumanising language such as comparing a fellow MP to a \u2018pig\u2019, is not only unfortunate but reflects a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse.”<\/p>\n
\nI have taken note of the recent personal remarks made by Ms. Mahua Moitra in a public podcast. Her choice of words, including the use of dehumanising language such as comparing a fellow MP to a \u201cpig”, is not only unfortunate but reflects a deep disregard for basic norms of civil\u2026\u2014 Kalyan Banerjee (@KBanerjee_AITC) August 4, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nMahua\u2019s comments came while responding to Kalyan\u2019s earlier remarks about her marriage with BJD MP Pinaki Mishra. She had said, \u201cYou don\u2019t wrestle with a pig. Because the pig likes it and you get dirty. There are deeply misogynistic, sexually frustrated, depraved men in India and they have their representation in parliament across all parties.”<\/p>\nMamata\u2019s Intervention And The Fallout<\/h2>\nThe deepening feud between the two MPs was among the key reasons for Mamata Banerjee\u2019s sharp reprimand during Monday\u2019s virtual meeting with party MPs. According to sources, Mamata expressed serious displeasure at the growing infighting within the Lok Sabha contingent, especially at a politically sensitive moment in Bengal. In contrast, she praised the Rajya Sabha MPs for maintaining discipline and hinted at forming a disciplinary committee to monitor internal conduct.<\/p>\nAlso Read:<\/strong>\u00a0Kalyan Banerjee Steps Down As TMC\u2019s Lok Sabha Chief Whip As Mamata Flags Poor Coordination<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\nSignificantly, she also formalised the transfer of coordination duties to Abhishek Banerjee, citing the ill health of senior MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay. Until now, Kalyan had been performing that role. Hours later, Kalyan stepped down as Chief Whip, stating in his resignation letter that the TMC supremo no longer had confidence in him.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nHowever, insiders suggest the timing was no coincidence. The Mahua row, growing personal acrimony, and possibly Mamata\u2019s comments during the meet, which many interpreted as directed at Kalyan, contributed to his decision to quit the post.<\/p>\nThe Road Ahead: All Eyes On Delhi<\/h2>\nDespite the resignation, Kalyan has clarified that he has no personal issues with Abhishek Banerjee, who has since spoken to him and requested that he continue in his role for a few more days. Abhishek is expected to visit Delhi on August 7, where a one-on-one conversation with Kalyan is planned to defuse tensions.<\/p>\nParty insiders say Kalyan\u2019s resignation has not yet been formally accepted, nor has he withdrawn it. Those familiar with TMC\u2019s internal dynamics note that Kalyan has had run-ins with the party leadership before \u2014 but such disputes have often been resolved behind closed doors.<\/p>\nWhether this latest episode follows that same path may depend heavily on his upcoming meeting with Abhishek. If reconciliation is to be achieved, insiders suggest, it will likely begin with the withdrawal of Kalyan\u2019s resignation, but the bitterness with Mahua Moitra may be harder to paper over.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nAbhro Banerjee<\/a><\/p>\nCovering day-to-day national and international news for the last nine years across print and digital. Associated with News18.com as Chief Sub-Editor since 2022, covering innumerable big and small events, includ…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nCovering day-to-day national and international news for the last nine years across print and digital. Associated with News18.com as Chief Sub-Editor since 2022, covering innumerable big and small events, includ… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nview comments<\/span><\/p>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> TMC Turmoil: Kalyan Banerjee\u2019s Tirade, Mahua Moitra\u2019s \u2018Pig\u2019 Jibe, Mamata Banerjee\u2019s Intervention<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
I have taken note of the recent personal remarks made by Ms. Mahua Moitra in a public podcast. Her choice of words, including the use of dehumanising language such as comparing a fellow MP to a \u201cpig”, is not only unfortunate but reflects a deep disregard for basic norms of civil\u2026\u2014 Kalyan Banerjee (@KBanerjee_AITC) August 4, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nMahua\u2019s comments came while responding to Kalyan\u2019s earlier remarks about her marriage with BJD MP Pinaki Mishra. She had said, \u201cYou don\u2019t wrestle with a pig. Because the pig likes it and you get dirty. There are deeply misogynistic, sexually frustrated, depraved men in India and they have their representation in parliament across all parties.”<\/p>\nMamata\u2019s Intervention And The Fallout<\/h2>\nThe deepening feud between the two MPs was among the key reasons for Mamata Banerjee\u2019s sharp reprimand during Monday\u2019s virtual meeting with party MPs. According to sources, Mamata expressed serious displeasure at the growing infighting within the Lok Sabha contingent, especially at a politically sensitive moment in Bengal. In contrast, she praised the Rajya Sabha MPs for maintaining discipline and hinted at forming a disciplinary committee to monitor internal conduct.<\/p>\nAlso Read:<\/strong>\u00a0Kalyan Banerjee Steps Down As TMC\u2019s Lok Sabha Chief Whip As Mamata Flags Poor Coordination<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\nSignificantly, she also formalised the transfer of coordination duties to Abhishek Banerjee, citing the ill health of senior MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay. Until now, Kalyan had been performing that role. Hours later, Kalyan stepped down as Chief Whip, stating in his resignation letter that the TMC supremo no longer had confidence in him.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nHowever, insiders suggest the timing was no coincidence. The Mahua row, growing personal acrimony, and possibly Mamata\u2019s comments during the meet, which many interpreted as directed at Kalyan, contributed to his decision to quit the post.<\/p>\nThe Road Ahead: All Eyes On Delhi<\/h2>\nDespite the resignation, Kalyan has clarified that he has no personal issues with Abhishek Banerjee, who has since spoken to him and requested that he continue in his role for a few more days. Abhishek is expected to visit Delhi on August 7, where a one-on-one conversation with Kalyan is planned to defuse tensions.<\/p>\nParty insiders say Kalyan\u2019s resignation has not yet been formally accepted, nor has he withdrawn it. Those familiar with TMC\u2019s internal dynamics note that Kalyan has had run-ins with the party leadership before \u2014 but such disputes have often been resolved behind closed doors.<\/p>\nWhether this latest episode follows that same path may depend heavily on his upcoming meeting with Abhishek. If reconciliation is to be achieved, insiders suggest, it will likely begin with the withdrawal of Kalyan\u2019s resignation, but the bitterness with Mahua Moitra may be harder to paper over.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nAbhro Banerjee<\/a><\/p>\nCovering day-to-day national and international news for the last nine years across print and digital. Associated with News18.com as Chief Sub-Editor since 2022, covering innumerable big and small events, includ…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nCovering day-to-day national and international news for the last nine years across print and digital. Associated with News18.com as Chief Sub-Editor since 2022, covering innumerable big and small events, includ… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nview comments<\/span><\/p>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> TMC Turmoil: Kalyan Banerjee\u2019s Tirade, Mahua Moitra\u2019s \u2018Pig\u2019 Jibe, Mamata Banerjee\u2019s Intervention<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Mahua\u2019s comments came while responding to Kalyan\u2019s earlier remarks about her marriage with BJD MP Pinaki Mishra. She had said, \u201cYou don\u2019t wrestle with a pig. Because the pig likes it and you get dirty. There are deeply misogynistic, sexually frustrated, depraved men in India and they have their representation in parliament across all parties.”<\/p>\n
The deepening feud between the two MPs was among the key reasons for Mamata Banerjee\u2019s sharp reprimand during Monday\u2019s virtual meeting with party MPs. According to sources, Mamata expressed serious displeasure at the growing infighting within the Lok Sabha contingent, especially at a politically sensitive moment in Bengal. In contrast, she praised the Rajya Sabha MPs for maintaining discipline and hinted at forming a disciplinary committee to monitor internal conduct.<\/p>\n
Also Read:<\/strong>\u00a0Kalyan Banerjee Steps Down As TMC\u2019s Lok Sabha Chief Whip As Mamata Flags Poor Coordination<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\nSignificantly, she also formalised the transfer of coordination duties to Abhishek Banerjee, citing the ill health of senior MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay. Until now, Kalyan had been performing that role. Hours later, Kalyan stepped down as Chief Whip, stating in his resignation letter that the TMC supremo no longer had confidence in him.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nHowever, insiders suggest the timing was no coincidence. The Mahua row, growing personal acrimony, and possibly Mamata\u2019s comments during the meet, which many interpreted as directed at Kalyan, contributed to his decision to quit the post.<\/p>\nThe Road Ahead: All Eyes On Delhi<\/h2>\nDespite the resignation, Kalyan has clarified that he has no personal issues with Abhishek Banerjee, who has since spoken to him and requested that he continue in his role for a few more days. Abhishek is expected to visit Delhi on August 7, where a one-on-one conversation with Kalyan is planned to defuse tensions.<\/p>\nParty insiders say Kalyan\u2019s resignation has not yet been formally accepted, nor has he withdrawn it. Those familiar with TMC\u2019s internal dynamics note that Kalyan has had run-ins with the party leadership before \u2014 but such disputes have often been resolved behind closed doors.<\/p>\nWhether this latest episode follows that same path may depend heavily on his upcoming meeting with Abhishek. If reconciliation is to be achieved, insiders suggest, it will likely begin with the withdrawal of Kalyan\u2019s resignation, but the bitterness with Mahua Moitra may be harder to paper over.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nAbhro Banerjee<\/a><\/p>\nCovering day-to-day national and international news for the last nine years across print and digital. Associated with News18.com as Chief Sub-Editor since 2022, covering innumerable big and small events, includ…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nCovering day-to-day national and international news for the last nine years across print and digital. Associated with News18.com as Chief Sub-Editor since 2022, covering innumerable big and small events, includ… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nview comments<\/span><\/p>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> TMC Turmoil: Kalyan Banerjee\u2019s Tirade, Mahua Moitra\u2019s \u2018Pig\u2019 Jibe, Mamata Banerjee\u2019s Intervention<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Significantly, she also formalised the transfer of coordination duties to Abhishek Banerjee, citing the ill health of senior MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay. Until now, Kalyan had been performing that role. Hours later, Kalyan stepped down as Chief Whip, stating in his resignation letter that the TMC supremo no longer had confidence in him.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
However, insiders suggest the timing was no coincidence. The Mahua row, growing personal acrimony, and possibly Mamata\u2019s comments during the meet, which many interpreted as directed at Kalyan, contributed to his decision to quit the post.<\/p>\n
Despite the resignation, Kalyan has clarified that he has no personal issues with Abhishek Banerjee, who has since spoken to him and requested that he continue in his role for a few more days. Abhishek is expected to visit Delhi on August 7, where a one-on-one conversation with Kalyan is planned to defuse tensions.<\/p>\n
Party insiders say Kalyan\u2019s resignation has not yet been formally accepted, nor has he withdrawn it. Those familiar with TMC\u2019s internal dynamics note that Kalyan has had run-ins with the party leadership before \u2014 but such disputes have often been resolved behind closed doors.<\/p>\n
Whether this latest episode follows that same path may depend heavily on his upcoming meeting with Abhishek. If reconciliation is to be achieved, insiders suggest, it will likely begin with the withdrawal of Kalyan\u2019s resignation, but the bitterness with Mahua Moitra may be harder to paper over.<\/p>\n
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