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Last Updated:<\/span>August 05, 2025, 14:22 IST<\/time><\/p>\nSatabdi Roy has been selected as the new deputy leader of Trinamool Congress in the Lok Sabha.<\/h2>\n<\/p>\nFile photo of TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee in the Lok Sabha. (PTI file photo)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nSenior Trinamool Congress leader Kalyan Banerjee\u2019s resignation as the Chief Whip of the party in the Lok Sabha was formally accepted by the Chairperson on Tuesday. He was thanked for his contributions in the role.<\/p>\nFollowing consultations with senior parliamentarians, the Chairperson has appointed Dr. Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar as the new Chief Whip and Satabdi Roy as the new Deputy Leader of the TMC in the Lok Sabha, with immediate effect.<\/p>\n\n\nShri Kalyan Banerjee submitted his resignation yesterday to the Chairperson from the post of Chief Whip of the @AITCofficial<\/a> Parliamentary Party in the Lok Sabha. The Chairperson has accepted his resignation and thank him for his contributions in that role.In consultation with\u2026<\/p>\n\u2014 All India Trinamool Congress (@AITCofficial) August 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nSenior TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee on Monday resigned as the party\u2019s chief whip in the Lok Sabha, alleging that he was being blamed unfairly for lack of coordination among MPs even as some barely attend Parliament.<\/p>\nThe move came hours after a virtual meeting of TMC MPs chaired by party supremo and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, where she reportedly expressed her displeasure over poor coordination in the party\u2019s parliamentary wing.<\/p>\n\u201cI have quit as the party\u2019s chief whip in Lok Sabha as \u2018Didi\u2019 (Mamata Banerjee) said during the virtual meeting that there is a lack of coordination among party MPs. So the blame is on me. Hence, I have decided to step down,” Banerjee said on Monday.<\/p>\nIn an emotional outburst, the senior TMC leader said he was deeply hurt by the party\u2019s silence over \u201cinsults” hurled at him by a fellow MP, an apparent reference to Mahua Moitra, with whom he had frequent run-ins.<\/p>\nHe said, \u201cDidi says MPs are quarrelling\u2026 Should I tolerate those who abuse me? I informed the party leadership, but no action was taken. Instead, I am blamed. Let Didi run the party her way.”<\/p>\n\u201cI am so upset that I am even thinking of quitting politics altogether,” he added, voicing his disillusionment with the internal affairs of the party.<\/p>\nWhile Kalyan Banerjee claimed he resigned voluntarily, he reportedly told his close associates he was being made a scapegoat, especially after months of tension with Krishnanagar MP Mahua Moitra and earlier, with former cricketer and TMC MP Kirti Azad.<\/p>\nJust ahead of his resignation, Kalyan Banerjee, in a long post on X, accused Moitra of abusing him and having a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse.<\/p>\n\u201cI 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 \u2018pig\u2019, is not only unfortunate but reflects a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse,” he said in the post.<\/p>\n\u201cLabelling a male colleague as \u2018sexually frustrated\u2019 isn\u2019t boldness \u2013 it\u2019s outright abuse. If such language were directed at a woman, there would be nationwide outrage, and rightly so. But when a man is the target, it\u2019s dismissed or even applauded. Let\u2019s be clear: abuse is abuse \u2013 regardless of gender,” he wrote.<\/p>\nSuch remarks are not just indecent, but they reinforce a \u201ctoxic double standard” where men are expected to silently endure what would never be tolerated if roles were reversed, the four-time MP from Sreerampur said.<\/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 Accepts Kalyan Banerjee\u2019s Resignation, Names Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar As Lok Sabha Chief Whip<\/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
File photo of TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee in the Lok Sabha. (PTI file photo)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n
Senior Trinamool Congress leader Kalyan Banerjee\u2019s resignation as the Chief Whip of the party in the Lok Sabha was formally accepted by the Chairperson on Tuesday. He was thanked for his contributions in the role.<\/p>\n
Following consultations with senior parliamentarians, the Chairperson has appointed Dr. Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar as the new Chief Whip and Satabdi Roy as the new Deputy Leader of the TMC in the Lok Sabha, with immediate effect.<\/p>\n
\nShri Kalyan Banerjee submitted his resignation yesterday to the Chairperson from the post of Chief Whip of the @AITCofficial<\/a> Parliamentary Party in the Lok Sabha. The Chairperson has accepted his resignation and thank him for his contributions in that role.In consultation with\u2026<\/p>\n\u2014 All India Trinamool Congress (@AITCofficial) August 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nSenior TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee on Monday resigned as the party\u2019s chief whip in the Lok Sabha, alleging that he was being blamed unfairly for lack of coordination among MPs even as some barely attend Parliament.<\/p>\nThe move came hours after a virtual meeting of TMC MPs chaired by party supremo and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, where she reportedly expressed her displeasure over poor coordination in the party\u2019s parliamentary wing.<\/p>\n\u201cI have quit as the party\u2019s chief whip in Lok Sabha as \u2018Didi\u2019 (Mamata Banerjee) said during the virtual meeting that there is a lack of coordination among party MPs. So the blame is on me. Hence, I have decided to step down,” Banerjee said on Monday.<\/p>\nIn an emotional outburst, the senior TMC leader said he was deeply hurt by the party\u2019s silence over \u201cinsults” hurled at him by a fellow MP, an apparent reference to Mahua Moitra, with whom he had frequent run-ins.<\/p>\nHe said, \u201cDidi says MPs are quarrelling\u2026 Should I tolerate those who abuse me? I informed the party leadership, but no action was taken. Instead, I am blamed. Let Didi run the party her way.”<\/p>\n\u201cI am so upset that I am even thinking of quitting politics altogether,” he added, voicing his disillusionment with the internal affairs of the party.<\/p>\nWhile Kalyan Banerjee claimed he resigned voluntarily, he reportedly told his close associates he was being made a scapegoat, especially after months of tension with Krishnanagar MP Mahua Moitra and earlier, with former cricketer and TMC MP Kirti Azad.<\/p>\nJust ahead of his resignation, Kalyan Banerjee, in a long post on X, accused Moitra of abusing him and having a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse.<\/p>\n\u201cI 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 \u2018pig\u2019, is not only unfortunate but reflects a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse,” he said in the post.<\/p>\n\u201cLabelling a male colleague as \u2018sexually frustrated\u2019 isn\u2019t boldness \u2013 it\u2019s outright abuse. If such language were directed at a woman, there would be nationwide outrage, and rightly so. But when a man is the target, it\u2019s dismissed or even applauded. Let\u2019s be clear: abuse is abuse \u2013 regardless of gender,” he wrote.<\/p>\nSuch remarks are not just indecent, but they reinforce a \u201ctoxic double standard” where men are expected to silently endure what would never be tolerated if roles were reversed, the four-time MP from Sreerampur said.<\/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 Accepts Kalyan Banerjee\u2019s Resignation, Names Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar As Lok Sabha Chief Whip<\/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
Shri Kalyan Banerjee submitted his resignation yesterday to the Chairperson from the post of Chief Whip of the @AITCofficial<\/a> Parliamentary Party in the Lok Sabha. The Chairperson has accepted his resignation and thank him for his contributions in that role.In consultation with\u2026<\/p>\n\u2014 All India Trinamool Congress (@AITCofficial) August 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nSenior TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee on Monday resigned as the party\u2019s chief whip in the Lok Sabha, alleging that he was being blamed unfairly for lack of coordination among MPs even as some barely attend Parliament.<\/p>\nThe move came hours after a virtual meeting of TMC MPs chaired by party supremo and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, where she reportedly expressed her displeasure over poor coordination in the party\u2019s parliamentary wing.<\/p>\n\u201cI have quit as the party\u2019s chief whip in Lok Sabha as \u2018Didi\u2019 (Mamata Banerjee) said during the virtual meeting that there is a lack of coordination among party MPs. So the blame is on me. Hence, I have decided to step down,” Banerjee said on Monday.<\/p>\nIn an emotional outburst, the senior TMC leader said he was deeply hurt by the party\u2019s silence over \u201cinsults” hurled at him by a fellow MP, an apparent reference to Mahua Moitra, with whom he had frequent run-ins.<\/p>\nHe said, \u201cDidi says MPs are quarrelling\u2026 Should I tolerate those who abuse me? I informed the party leadership, but no action was taken. Instead, I am blamed. Let Didi run the party her way.”<\/p>\n\u201cI am so upset that I am even thinking of quitting politics altogether,” he added, voicing his disillusionment with the internal affairs of the party.<\/p>\nWhile Kalyan Banerjee claimed he resigned voluntarily, he reportedly told his close associates he was being made a scapegoat, especially after months of tension with Krishnanagar MP Mahua Moitra and earlier, with former cricketer and TMC MP Kirti Azad.<\/p>\nJust ahead of his resignation, Kalyan Banerjee, in a long post on X, accused Moitra of abusing him and having a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse.<\/p>\n\u201cI 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 \u2018pig\u2019, is not only unfortunate but reflects a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse,” he said in the post.<\/p>\n\u201cLabelling a male colleague as \u2018sexually frustrated\u2019 isn\u2019t boldness \u2013 it\u2019s outright abuse. If such language were directed at a woman, there would be nationwide outrage, and rightly so. But when a man is the target, it\u2019s dismissed or even applauded. Let\u2019s be clear: abuse is abuse \u2013 regardless of gender,” he wrote.<\/p>\nSuch remarks are not just indecent, but they reinforce a \u201ctoxic double standard” where men are expected to silently endure what would never be tolerated if roles were reversed, the four-time MP from Sreerampur said.<\/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 Accepts Kalyan Banerjee\u2019s Resignation, Names Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar As Lok Sabha Chief Whip<\/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
\u2014 All India Trinamool Congress (@AITCofficial) August 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nSenior TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee on Monday resigned as the party\u2019s chief whip in the Lok Sabha, alleging that he was being blamed unfairly for lack of coordination among MPs even as some barely attend Parliament.<\/p>\nThe move came hours after a virtual meeting of TMC MPs chaired by party supremo and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, where she reportedly expressed her displeasure over poor coordination in the party\u2019s parliamentary wing.<\/p>\n\u201cI have quit as the party\u2019s chief whip in Lok Sabha as \u2018Didi\u2019 (Mamata Banerjee) said during the virtual meeting that there is a lack of coordination among party MPs. So the blame is on me. Hence, I have decided to step down,” Banerjee said on Monday.<\/p>\nIn an emotional outburst, the senior TMC leader said he was deeply hurt by the party\u2019s silence over \u201cinsults” hurled at him by a fellow MP, an apparent reference to Mahua Moitra, with whom he had frequent run-ins.<\/p>\nHe said, \u201cDidi says MPs are quarrelling\u2026 Should I tolerate those who abuse me? I informed the party leadership, but no action was taken. Instead, I am blamed. Let Didi run the party her way.”<\/p>\n\u201cI am so upset that I am even thinking of quitting politics altogether,” he added, voicing his disillusionment with the internal affairs of the party.<\/p>\nWhile Kalyan Banerjee claimed he resigned voluntarily, he reportedly told his close associates he was being made a scapegoat, especially after months of tension with Krishnanagar MP Mahua Moitra and earlier, with former cricketer and TMC MP Kirti Azad.<\/p>\nJust ahead of his resignation, Kalyan Banerjee, in a long post on X, accused Moitra of abusing him and having a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse.<\/p>\n\u201cI 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 \u2018pig\u2019, is not only unfortunate but reflects a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse,” he said in the post.<\/p>\n\u201cLabelling a male colleague as \u2018sexually frustrated\u2019 isn\u2019t boldness \u2013 it\u2019s outright abuse. If such language were directed at a woman, there would be nationwide outrage, and rightly so. But when a man is the target, it\u2019s dismissed or even applauded. Let\u2019s be clear: abuse is abuse \u2013 regardless of gender,” he wrote.<\/p>\nSuch remarks are not just indecent, but they reinforce a \u201ctoxic double standard” where men are expected to silently endure what would never be tolerated if roles were reversed, the four-time MP from Sreerampur said.<\/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 Accepts Kalyan Banerjee\u2019s Resignation, Names Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar As Lok Sabha Chief Whip<\/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
Senior TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee on Monday resigned as the party\u2019s chief whip in the Lok Sabha, alleging that he was being blamed unfairly for lack of coordination among MPs even as some barely attend Parliament.<\/p>\n
The move came hours after a virtual meeting of TMC MPs chaired by party supremo and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, where she reportedly expressed her displeasure over poor coordination in the party\u2019s parliamentary wing.<\/p>\n
\u201cI have quit as the party\u2019s chief whip in Lok Sabha as \u2018Didi\u2019 (Mamata Banerjee) said during the virtual meeting that there is a lack of coordination among party MPs. So the blame is on me. Hence, I have decided to step down,” Banerjee said on Monday.<\/p>\n
In an emotional outburst, the senior TMC leader said he was deeply hurt by the party\u2019s silence over \u201cinsults” hurled at him by a fellow MP, an apparent reference to Mahua Moitra, with whom he had frequent run-ins.<\/p>\n
He said, \u201cDidi says MPs are quarrelling\u2026 Should I tolerate those who abuse me? I informed the party leadership, but no action was taken. Instead, I am blamed. Let Didi run the party her way.”<\/p>\n
\u201cI am so upset that I am even thinking of quitting politics altogether,” he added, voicing his disillusionment with the internal affairs of the party.<\/p>\n
While Kalyan Banerjee claimed he resigned voluntarily, he reportedly told his close associates he was being made a scapegoat, especially after months of tension with Krishnanagar MP Mahua Moitra and earlier, with former cricketer and TMC MP Kirti Azad.<\/p>\n
Just ahead of his resignation, Kalyan Banerjee, in a long post on X, accused Moitra of abusing him and having a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse.<\/p>\n
\u201cI 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 \u2018pig\u2019, is not only unfortunate but reflects a deep disregard for basic norms of civil discourse,” he said in the post.<\/p>\n
\u201cLabelling a male colleague as \u2018sexually frustrated\u2019 isn\u2019t boldness \u2013 it\u2019s outright abuse. If such language were directed at a woman, there would be nationwide outrage, and rightly so. But when a man is the target, it\u2019s dismissed or even applauded. Let\u2019s be clear: abuse is abuse \u2013 regardless of gender,” he wrote.<\/p>\n
Such remarks are not just indecent, but they reinforce a \u201ctoxic double standard” where men are expected to silently endure what would never be tolerated if roles were reversed, the four-time MP from Sreerampur said.<\/p>\n
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