In a major setback for the Trinamool Congress (TMC) just before the Lok Sabha elections, Kazi Abdur Rahim (Dilu), the sitting MLA from Baduria in North 24 Parganas, has announced his resignation from the party. His departure comes at a critical time when the ruling party is streamlining its grassroots strategy, potentially disrupting the political equations in the Basirhat Lok Sabha segment.

Speaking to the media, the MLA expressed deep disappointment and emotional distress regarding the current state of affairs within the party. “I am mentally pained and distressed by the way things are functioning. It is becoming increasingly difficult to work with dignity,” Rahim stated. While he did not explicitly name any specific leaders, his comments pointed towards a growing rift between him and the district leadership of the TMC.

The resignation of an influential leader like Kazi Abdur Rahim has sparked intense speculation. Inside sources suggest that internal friction over ticket distribution and organizational changes might have triggered this decision. However, Rahim maintained that his exit was purely based on his personal principles and the “mental agony” he faced while serving the party in recent months.

The opposition parties, including the BJP, were quick to capitalize on the situation, claiming that TMC is a “sinking ship” where veteran leaders are being sidelined. Meanwhile, the TMC leadership has remained relatively tight-lipped, calling it an internal matter that they hope to resolve. The impact of this resignation is expected to be significant in the upcoming polls, as Rahim holds a substantial following in his constituency. Whether he will join another party or contest independently remains the million-dollar question in Bengal’s political circles.