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TMC Clarifies Rebel MLA's Suspension: Not for Mosque Plan, But for Anti-Party Acts

The Trinamool Congress has set the record straight about why one of its MLAs was suspended. They say it had nothing to do with his religious intentions. Instead, the party took action because he kept making statements against them. This highlights their stance on maintaining internal discipline above all.

Key Points: TMC Says Humayun Kabir Suspended for Anti-Party Work, Not Babri Masjid

  • TMC denies suspension was over MLA's plan to build a Babri Masjid in Murshidabad
  • Action taken for repeated anti-party statements and organizational indiscipline
  • Party asserts it respects all religions but opposes political use of faith
  • Senior leaders warn against falling for conspiracies and vote polarization tactics
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TMC clarifies MLA Humayun Kabir was not suspended for wanting to build Babri Masjid

TMC clarifies MLA Humayun Kabir was suspended for repeated anti-party statements, not his intent to build a Babri Masjid in Murshidabad, stressing action was over discipline.

"The party will not have any relationship with those who do politics over religion. - Firhad Hakim, TMC leader"

Kolkata, Dec 6

The Trinamool Congress on Saturday clarified that rebel MLA Humayun Kabir was not suspended for expressing his intent to construct a Babri Masjid in Murshidabad, but for repeatedly issuing anti-party statements over the past few months.

TMC state general secretary Kunal Ghosh said Kabir’s suspension had nothing to do with religion or the foundation-laying event in Murshidabad.

He said, "In West Bengal, any person or persons can build a temple, mosque, church, or any place of worship. For that, he cannot be expelled or face any punitive action. The Trinamool Congress has never done this and will not do it in the future. But, if a person falls into the trap of another political party’s conspiracy and wants to indulge in polarisation of votes by using a religious event and thus creating a chaotic situation, then the party has to take action."

The Trinamool spokesperson further said, "If he indulges in anti-party work or tries to put the party in a state of disarray organisationally, then it is a different matter. In that case, the issue is no longer about religion."

Earlier this week, Kabir was suspended from the Trinamool Congress after he announced that he would lay the foundation stone for Babri Masjid in Murshidabad district's Beldanga on December 6.

Reiterating the party’s stance, Ghosh said, “The Trinamool Congress respects all religions. But when political events are held in the name of religion, or when someone falls into the trap of another party’s instigation, it becomes a matter of organisational discipline. Saying one was expelled for building a temple or mosque is a complete lie.”

Earlier this week, while announcing the suspension of Humayun Kabir, senior party leader Firhad Hakim had said, "The party will not have any relationship with those who do politics over religion."

Earlier, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had also said that the people of Murshidabad will never accept the "politics of riots".

- IANS

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Sarah B
As an observer, it seems like a smart move by the party to distance itself from a potentially explosive issue. The timing, on December 6th, was clearly meant to provoke. Maintaining organizational discipline is paramount.
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Priya S
Finally some sense! Building a place of worship is anyone's right. But using it as a political tool, especially referencing Babri Masjid, is just asking for trouble. Mamata Banerjee is right, people are tired of "politics of riots". 🙏
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Vikram M
While I appreciate the clarification, I'm skeptical. In Indian politics, the stated reason and the real reason are often different. Was he really suspended just for anti-party statements, or was the religious angle too hot to handle? The party's explanation feels a bit too convenient.
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Rohit P
Absolutely the correct decision. We have enough tensions already. Politicians should work on roads, schools, and hospitals, not on digging up old wounds for votes. Shame on Kabir for trying to create chaos in Murshidabad.
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Kunal Ghosh
Respect to TMC for taking a firm stand. "Politics over religion" has damaged our social fabric for decades. If every party followed this principle, India would be in a much better place. Hope this sets a precedent.

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