Krishnagar Municipality: TMC Councillors' No-Confidence Against Chairperson

The ruling Trinamul Congress in Krishnagar municipality is grappling with one of its most intense internal conflicts in recent memory.

- BISWABRATA GOSWAMI

In a dramatic turn of events, 15 councillors, including 13 from the TMC, have signed a fresh no-confidence motion against municipal chairperson Rita Das, accusing her of undemocratic functioning and financial improprieties that have brought civic administration to a grinding halt.

This is not the first time discontented councillors have voiced their dissent. A previous no-confidence bid was effectively stonewalled by the chairperson's inaction, as she failed to convene the mandatory board meeting. Undeterred, the dissidents have now directly approached vice-chairperson Naresh Das, urging him to call a special session within seven days in accordance with municipal law. The written appeal has already reached the administrative corridors, with subdivisional officer Sharadwati Chowdhury confirming that she has received the official communication.