Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir Predicts Mamata Banerjee's Political Downfall in 2026 Amid Babri Masjid Controversy

Suspended Trinamool Congress legislator Humayun Kabir intensified his criticism against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday, predicting her political downfall following the 2026 Assembly elections.

Speaking to reporters, Kabir boldly stated, "The Chief Minister should be an ex-Chief Minister. In 2026, the Chief Minister will not become the Chief Minister, will not be sworn in, and will be branded as an ex-Chief Minister."

This declaration came shortly after the Trinamool Congress (TMC) suspended Kabir over his controversial announcement about inaugurating a Babri Masjid in Murshidabad district on December 6.

Earlier on the same day, Kabir revealed his intention to resign from the TMC, stating, "I will resign from TMC tomorrow. If required, I will announce a new party on December 22." The suspended legislator clarified that while he had been removed from the party, his status as an MLA remains intact.

Kolkata Mayor and TMC leader Firhad Hakim explained the party's decision to suspend Kabir, noting that he had previously received warnings about his controversial statements. "We noticed that one of our MLAs from Murshidabad suddenly declared that he would build the Babri Masjid. Why suddenly Babri Masjid? We already warned him. As per the decision of our party, TMC, we are suspending MLA Humayun Kabir," Hakim announced during a press conference.

The Kolkata Mayor questioned Kabir's motives, specifically his choice of date and project. "Why 6th December? Why did Humayun Kabir not choose another name? He can build school or college in Murshidabad," Hakim remarked, suggesting the move aligned with "BJP policy in trying to divide Bengal by religious matter."

Hakim further accused the BJP of engaging in "divisional politics," particularly before elections, and implied that Kabir had become part of this divisive strategy.

Prior to his suspension, Kabir had publicly announced plans to lay the foundation stone for a "Babri Masjid" in Beldanga, Murshidabad district on December 6. He had projected a three-year timeline for the project's completion and mentioned that various Muslim leaders would participate in the foundation ceremony.

The announcement had generated significant controversy, ultimately leading to disciplinary action from his party and his decision to potentially form a new political entity.