In a significant disciplinary move, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has suspended its legislator from Murshidabad, Humayun Kabir, from the party. The action was taken following his controversial public statement regarding the reconstruction of the Babri Masjid.
Mayor Firhad Hakim Announces Suspension
Kolkata Mayor and senior TMC leader Firhad Hakim made the announcement public on Thursday. He stated that the party had taken note of Kabir's sudden declaration about building the Babri Masjid and found it unacceptable. "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 said. The suspension underscores the party's attempt to distance itself from remarks that could stir communal sentiments.
Calcutta High Court Steps In
The political fallout has now reached the judiciary. The Calcutta High Court is scheduled to hear a public interest litigation (PIL) concerning the TMC MLA's remarks on Friday. The matter will be taken up by the Chief Justice's Division Bench, indicating the seriousness with which the court is treating the issue. The PIL likely seeks action against Kabir for making a statement that could potentially affect public order and harmony.
A History of Disciplinary Issues
This is not the first time Humayun Kabir has faced action from the Trinamool Congress for going against the party line. Notably, he was previously suspended from the party for six years back in 2015 for making anti-party statements. His latest comments have now led to another major disciplinary action, raising questions about his political future within the TMC fold.
The swift suspension reflects the TMC leadership's current stance on maintaining party discipline and avoiding controversial narratives, especially on sensitive historical and religious issues like the Babri Masjid. All eyes are now on the Calcutta High Court hearing scheduled for Friday, which will determine the next legal chapter in this developing story.
