The political atmosphere in Hooghly has turned volatile as senior TMC MLA and seasoned organizer Asit Majumdar made a fiery comeback after a brief hiatus. Reclaiming his signature aggressive style, Majumdar has aimed his guns not at the opposition, but at his own party colleague and star candidate, Rachna Banerjee. His statement has sent shockwaves through the party ranks: “If Debangshu Bhattacharya loses, Rachna Banerjee will be solely responsible.”

Allegations of Misleading the Leadership: Majumdar did not mince words when he accused the ‘Didi No. 1’ fame actress of providing false information to TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee. According to him, Rachna has “poisoned Didi’s ears” by feeding her lies about local leaders and organizational dynamics. As a veteran who has built the party’s foundation in Hooghly, Asit’s public outburst highlights a deep-seated resentment against the influence of celebrity candidates over grassroots politicians.

Organizational Crisis or Power Struggle? This public spat comes at a crucial juncture when the Lok Sabha election campaign is in full swing. Political analysts suggest that Majumdar’s anger reflects the frustration of the TMC’s “old guard” who feel sidelined by newcomers and celebrities. By linking Debangshu Bhattacharya’s electoral fate in Tamluk to Rachna’s actions, Asit has pointed towards a larger systemic issue within the party’s internal communication and strategy.

Opposition Gains Ground: Predictably, the BJP and other opposition parties have been quick to capitalize on this internal friction. They argue that when a senior legislator has no faith in his party’s candidate, the public will naturally follow suit. In a high-stakes battle for the Hooghly seat, this “Civil War” between a veteran organizer and a popular celebrity could prove costly for the Trinamool Congress. The party high command now faces the tough task of pacifying a defiant Asit Majumdar before the damage becomes irreversible.