TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee Criticizes Colleague Kakoli Ghosh Over Allegations
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee has criticized colleague Kakoli Ghosh for her allegations of misconduct, questioning her motives and emphasizing the need for immediate reporting of incidents in Parliament. Ghosh has accused Banerjee of misogynistic behavior and has sought formal action against him. This controversy has raised concerns about the treatment of female MPs within the party, leading Ghosh to resign from her position as president of the All India Trinamool Congress Women’s Wing. The unfolding situation highlights significant issues regarding gender dynamics in Indian politics.
| May 28, 2026, 15:08 IST
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee Responds to Allegations
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee has publicly criticized his party colleague Kakoli Ghosh for accusing him of misconduct within the Lok Sabha. During a press conference, Banerjee questioned the timing of Ghosh's allegations, suggesting there might be ulterior motives behind her actions. He emphasized that any incident occurring in Parliament should be reported to the Speaker immediately, and he accused Ghosh of acting with hidden intentions.
Banerjee stated that the rules dictate that the Speaker must be informed without delay about any occurrences in the House. He raised concerns about the nature of the accusations, questioning who said what and when. He expressed skepticism regarding Ghosh's intentions, implying that her actions might be driven by a specific agenda. This situation arose after Ghosh formally requested permission from Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to file a complaint against Banerjee.
In her letter to the Speaker, Ghosh accused Banerjee of exhibiting misogynistic behavior and requested intervention and action against him. She claimed that he has repeatedly verbally insulted her within the Lok Sabha. Ghosh expressed her desire to file a formal complaint against Banerjee, highlighting the need for accountability regarding the treatment of female MPs.
Ghosh further noted that the alleged behavior reflects a broader pattern of misogyny and called for appropriate measures to be taken. She mentioned that this attitude has affected several female members and should be addressed. Meanwhile, Ghosh has resigned from her position as the president of the All India Trinamool Congress Women’s Wing, citing concerns over the party's internal misogynistic behavior and issues that have deeply troubled her conscience.
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