TMC drops Arup Chakraborty, Sudip Raha in spokesperson overhaul; New faces added

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has made notable changes to its spokesperson panel, with several senior figures, including Arup Chakraborty, Kohinoor, and Sudip Raha, being excluded from the newly formed list. The reshuffle, announced by the party on Tuesday evening, aims to bring fresh faces into the fold while maintaining a strong team of experienced leaders in other capacities. The updated list features new spokespersons such as Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty, Kolkata Councillor Baishwanor Chattopadhyay, former MLA Samir Chakraborty, labor leader Ritabrata Banerjee, and IT cell head Debanshu Bhattacharya.

Arup Chakraborty, who has been a longstanding spokesperson for the party, expressed his discontent with the decision by posting on Facebook, indicating that he was stepping away from party activities. However, both Chakraborty and the party leadership have refrained from providing any further official statements regarding his removal or the reasons behind it. The reshuffle has prompted discussions within the party about internal leadership dynamics, particularly the shift in focus toward younger representatives.

The changes in the spokesperson roster are part of a broader strategic shift within TMC, with an emphasis on rejuvenating the party's public communication efforts. Senior leaders like Chakraborty are expected to take on different roles within the party, though specifics regarding these new assignments have not yet been disclosed. The reshuffle appears to align with the party's ongoing efforts to adapt to a changing political landscape and to create space for emerging leaders.

The new spokespersons, many of whom are closely associated with the party's leadership, are set to handle key public communications regarding various state matters. These individuals have been entrusted with representing TMC in the public sphere, as the party looks to enhance its visibility and effectiveness in addressing state-level concerns. The inclusion of these new faces is part of the party’s strategy to balance experience with the infusion of younger leadership.

The reshuffle follows similar internal changes in the past, such as when Shantanu Sen lost his spokesperson role after his criticism of the administration in connection with the RG Kar Hospital incident. The party has reassured its supporters that while some spokespersons have been replaced, veteran leaders will continue to play important roles within the organization, ensuring that their experience remains a valuable asset. Despite the changes, the leadership has emphasized that the restructuring will not affect the party's day-to-day operations or its approach to managing political affairs.