Abhishek Banerjee's reshuffle list sealed by CM Mamata: Major changes coming in TMC after by-polls

Trinamool Congress (TMC) is set to undergo a major leadership reshuffle, with the final list prepared by Abhishek Banerjee being approved by party supremo Mamata Banerjee. This extensive reshuffle, slated for implementation post-by-elections, follows the party's underwhelming performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, where TMC lost in 69 municipal constituencies in West Bengal. Sources inside the party confirmed that this move aims to address electoral setbacks and improve internal party management by making structural changes at various levels.

The reshuffle is expected to impact leadership across the board, with chairpersons, vice-chairpersons, and councillors in multiple municipal areas facing potential replacements. Sources reveal that these changes are being driven by poor performance and reports of internal sabotage, particularly in areas where the party failed to win in the 2024 elections. Additionally, the reshuffle will focus on restructuring both the party's organizational structure and administrative positions in affected districts, in an attempt to strengthen the party’s presence before the upcoming state elections.

East Medinipur is one of the primary areas where substantial changes are expected. Despite the presence of two state ministers in the Assembly, the district recorded poor results during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, prompting the need for organizational restructuring. Sources reveal that the party is conducting a thorough evaluation of local leadership and ministers' performance in East Medinipur, with major overhauls likely in the district's administrative and organizational setup.

Birbhum, despite a Lok Sabha win, faced significant losses in municipal elections, particularly in the towns of Suri, Rampurhat, and Bolpur. These results have raised concerns within the party, and sources indicate that leadership changes are imminent in these municipalities. Plans for a complete revamp of the party's organizational structure in Birbhum are underway, with an emphasis on bolstering leadership in these underperforming areas. Howrah, Hooghly, and North Bengal also remain focal points for the reshuffle.

In Howrah and Hooghly, leadership changes are expected at both the district and municipal levels. The district organizations are likely to undergo restructuring, with a focus on improving coordination and performance ahead of future elections. In North Bengal, sources suggest that several organizational changes are being considered, and the district leadership may face overhauls in response to recent electoral challenges. Furthermore, Malda district is also under scrutiny, with substantial changes anticipated within its party structure, according to sources. Sources confirm that Mamata Banerjee is prioritizing performance as the key criterion for the reshuffle.