Amid reports that 20 TMC MPs are seeking to join BJP-led NDA, TMC leader and Lok Sabha MP Mahua Moitra said, "All greedy self-serving traitors with yellow-stained pants can please join BJP now." Stating that they won in 2024 on TMC ticket, she said, "Mandate was not for NDA...resign...& contest on BJP ticket. Let’s see what big heroes you are."