Senior Trinamool Congress leader Sukhendu Sekhar Roy has resigned from both the Rajya Sabha and the party
June 8, 2026: Senior Trinamool Congress leader Sukhendu Sekhar Roy on Monday announced his resignation from the Rajya Sabha as well as from the party, marking a significant political development in West Bengal. Roy’s departure is being viewed as a setback for Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the TMC leadership.
Confirming his decision, Roy said he had submitted his resignation as a Member of Parliament and had also severed ties with the Trinamool Congress. The veteran leader has been associated with the party for years and played an important role in its parliamentary activities.
Explaining the reasons behind his move, Roy alleged that he had been increasingly sidelined within the party after speaking openly on issues related to corruption. His resignation is expected to trigger fresh political debate in West Bengal, with opposition parties likely to target the ruling TMC over the allegations.