TMC names Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay as Leader of Opposition and Firhad Hakim chief whip in Bengal

Published on 9 May 2026

Fresh Bengal roles reshuffle TMC’s assembly power

Trinamool Congress has announced its West Bengal Legislative Assembly team ahead of the new session. Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay has been appointed Leader of Opposition, with Asima Patra and Nayna Bandyopadhyay named Deputy Leaders. Firhad Hakim will serve as Chief Whip, as the BJP forms the government following the latest assembly elections.

Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay named Leader of Opposition in Bengal
Asima Patra and Nayna Bandyopadhyay appointed Deputy Leaders
Firhad Hakim takes charge as Chief Whip
Appointments come after BJP’s election win and government formation

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TMC names Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay as Leader of Opposition and Firhad Hakim chief whip in Bengal

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