Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Trinamool Supporters Rally Despite Leadership Changes
On July 21, supporters of the Trinamool Congress gathered in Calcutta to show their loyalty to Mamata Banerjee.
Many supporters believe that Mamata is the only true leader and that the party can overcome recent defections.
They also expressed anger over attacks on Trinamool leaders.
Meanwhile, supporters of the rebel faction, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, attended a separate rally.
They feel that Mamata and her nephew Abhishek Banerjee have become inaccessible and that the rebel faction has greater political strength.
Both groups had different reasons for attending the rallies, reflecting the ongoing divisions within the party.
Trinamool Congress supporters rallied on July 21 to show loyalty to Mamata Banerjee.
Supporters believe Mamata is the sole leader and the party can overcome defections.
Anger was expressed over attacks on Trinamool leaders.
Rebel Trinamool supporters attended a separate rally, feeling Mamata and Abhishek Banerjee are inaccessible.
Rebel supporters believe the rebel faction has greater political strength.
- Who
- Trinamool Congress supporters and rebel Trinamool supporters
- What
- Rally on July 21 Martyrs’ Day
- When
- July 21
- Where
- Cathedral Road, Calcutta
- Why
- To show loyalty to Mamata Banerjee and express anger over attacks on Trinamool leaders
Trinamool Congress Supporters
Rebel Trinamool Supporters
Leadership Loyalty
Trinamool Congress Supporters
Supporters believe Mamata Banerjee is the sole leader and her chosen leaders are legitimate.
Rebel Trinamool Supporters
Rebel supporters feel Mamata and Abhishek Banerjee are inaccessible and the rebel faction has greater political strength.
Party Strength
Trinamool Congress Supporters
Supporters argue that the party remains strong and can overcome defections.
Rebel Trinamool Supporters
Rebel supporters believe the rebel faction has the power to undertake development projects.
Grassroots Involvement
Trinamool Congress Supporters
Supporters claim the rally turnout was spontaneous and not orchestrated.
Rebel Trinamool Supporters
Rebel supporters feel grassroots workers are being neglected and the party is run by a single MP or MLA.
- Event Date
- July 21
- Location
- Cathedral Road, Calcutta
- Key Leader
- Mamata Banerjee
- Rebel Leader
- Ritabrata Banerjee
- Supporter Sentiment
- Loyalty to Mamata Banerjee, anger over egg attacks
- Rebel Supporter Sentiment
- Inaccessibility of Mamata and Abhishek Banerjee