In a massive pre-poll jolt to the Trinamool Congress, Bhangar’s prominent face Arabul Islam has decided to resign from the party. Expressing his deep hurt, Arabul stated on Monday, “The party never understood me. I faced cases and multiple suspensions for them, but today I’m resigning with a heavy heart.”

The rift reportedly stems from being sidelined in Bhangar in favor of Saokat Molla. Sources suggest that Arabul, once the undisputed king of Bhangar, felt ‘cornered’ after several clashes with the Saokat faction. While his official resignation is yet to be formalized, rumors are rife that he will join Naushad Siddiqui’s ISF on Tuesday after visiting Furfura Sharif.

Bhangar MLA Naushad Siddiqui commented on the development, saying that TMC has a habit of “using and throwing away” leaders like Arabul and Shahjahan. He confirmed that Arabul has been in touch with ISF’s district leadership. Arabul’s exit could significantly alter the political landscape of Bhangar in the upcoming high-voltage elections.