The TMC split: Why Mamata’s party name & symbol are frozen | The Hindu Editorial
Almost 28 years after Mamata Banerjee set up the All India Trinamool Congress and designed its symbol of ‘grass and flowers’, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on September 17, 2026, froze the party’s name and symbol.
Nearly three decades after Mamata Banerjee founded the All India Trinamool Congress and adopted its 'grass and flowers' symbol, the Election Commission of India (ECI) froze the party's name and symbol on September 17, 2026. The 14-page order highlighted the fact that two competing factions, one headed by Banerjee and the other by Arup Roy, now assert control over the party.
These groups are required to "substantively determine" their dispute, preventing either side from utilizing the party's name or emblem until the matter is resolved. Comments on the story must be written in English and in complete sentences, avoiding any abusive or personal remarks. The Hindu now uses a new commenting platform, and registered users can continue their previous interactions, while new users must register to participate.
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