50 TMC MLAs in touch with expelled leaders amid signs of rebellion against Mamata

Amid reports of a rift within TMC, about 50 party MLAs are in touch with expelled leaders Ritabrata Banerjee and Sandipan Saha. According to reports, the rebel faction is openly challenging decisions taken by TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee, particularly the choice of the Leader of the Opposition. The dissident leaders are also unhappy with the handling of key leadership positions.