Trinamool CongressRiju DuttaCorruption AllegationsParty SuspensionWest Bengal Assembly Elections
Trinamool Congress Suspends Spokesperson Riju Dutta for Six Years
Published: May 11, 2026
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Trinamool Congress spokesperson Riju Dutta was suspended for six years on Saturday for alleged breach of party discipline, following his comments on the party's defeat in the West Bengal Assembly elections. Dutta alleged that corruption had been institutionalized within the party, citing instances of money being demanded for civic-related work and the school jobs scam.
Dutta claimed that he had devoted 13 years to the party and risen through hard work and performance, but was suspended for speaking the truth. He also apologized for his past personal attacks on BJP leaders during political campaigns and thanked BJP leaders for their courtesy and protection.
The Trinamool Congress suspended three of its spokespersons, including Dutta, for six years over alleged anti-party remarks made following the party's defeat in the elections. The party's disciplinary committee accused Dutta of not appearing before it, despite his having submitted a written reply within the stipulated time.
A senior Trinamool Congress leader said the party would respond to Dutta's allegations at the appropriate time and questioned why he raised the issues only after the election results. The party will likely address the allegations and the suspension in the coming days, with the disciplinary committee's decision being reviewed.
The court or party's internal mechanisms may review the suspension and allegations, and Dutta may face further action or repercussions from the party. The Trinamool Congress is expected to issue a formal response to Dutta's allegations in the near future.