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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has decided to hear both the rebel and official Trinamool Congress factions before ruling on the proposed merger request.
June 16, 2026: The political standoff involving rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs has entered a new phase, with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla choosing not to take an immediate decision on their proposed merger with another political party. The rebel lawmakers had earlier approached the Speaker seeking formal approval for the move, triggering a fresh round of political debate within Parliament.
Meanwhile, the faction loyal to the TMC leadership has also presented its position before the Speaker, objecting to the merger proposal. Reports suggest that the party leadership formally communicated its views through an official email, after which Om Birla invited representatives of the party for discussions. The development has intensified the ongoing political battle over the future of the rebel MPs.
Parliamentary sources indicate that the Speaker intends to hear both sides before arriving at a conclusion. Om Birla is expected to examine the legal, constitutional and procedural aspects of the matter while considering rival claims. A final decision on the merger request and the status of the rebel MPs will be taken only after consultations with both factions are completed.