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Fresh political speculation has emerged after reports claimed Sonia Gandhi reached out to Mamata Banerjee
June 10, 2026: Fresh political speculation has surfaced over the future of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), with reports suggesting that Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has reached out to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to discuss the possibility of merging the TMC with the Congress. The reported proposal comes at a time when the TMC is facing internal challenges, including dissent within its ranks and the departure of several prominent leaders.
According to sources, Sonia Gandhi expressed concerns about growing political pressure from the BJP and reportedly suggested that a united opposition platform could strengthen resistance against the ruling party. Sources claim Mamata Banerjee has not made any immediate decision and has sought time to consider the proposal. Reports also suggest that, under a possible arrangement, Mamata could be offered a senior national role in the Congress, while Abhishek Banerjee could be accommodated in a key organisational position. However, neither the Congress nor the TMC has officially confirmed these claims.
The speculation gained further momentum following a recent meeting between TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. According to sources, the meeting lasted for more than 90 minutes and focused on the current political landscape and recent developments in West Bengal. The interaction has triggered fresh discussions about potential cooperation between the two opposition parties ahead of future political battles.