TMC Symbol Controversy: Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee to Appear Before ECI

The Trinamool Congress symbol controversy has reached the Election Commission, with rival claims over the party's election symbol being heard by the poll panel.

According to a report by Sangbad Pratidin, both Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee have been called before the Election Commission on Saturday in connection with the dispute.

What is the dispute?

The hearing concerns competing claims over the Trinamool Congress and its election symbol. The Election Commission is expected to consider submissions and documents from the two sides before taking a decision.

The proceedings are being closely watched in West Bengal politics, as the Commission's eventual decision could determine which side retains the party's recognised symbol.