When I was very disappointed, Suvendu Adhikari encouraged me… Mahua Moitra’s statement caused stir in Bengal politics, called CM ‘good friend’

Kolkata. Once again the round of discussions has intensified in the politics of West Bengal. Senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and MP Mahua Moitra has given such a statement about her political rival and BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, which has given rise to new speculations in the political circles. Mahua shared memories of old days in an interview calling Suvendu Adhikari his “good friend”.

Remembered the initial days of his political journey-
While talking to the media, Mahua Moitra mentioned the early struggles of her political career. He told that when he had entered the election field for the first time in the year 2016, Suvendu Adhikari had supported him a lot.

Mahua said that she was very disappointed after not getting the ticket for the Lok Sabha elections in 2014. He told that Suvendu Adhikari encouraged and supported him during that difficult period. According to Mahua, at that time Suvendu had told her not to worry and keep moving forward.

He also clarified that politics and personal relations are different. Despite political differences, their relations at the personal level have always been respectful and cordial.

Political speculations started after the statement-
After this statement of Mahua Moitra, many discussions have started among political analysts. Mahua’s public praise of Suvendu Adhikari is being seen by many as an important political signal amid the sharp political tussle between TMC and BJP.

However, Mahua Moitra has not said anything like leaving the party or changing her political stance. He has only mentioned his past personal relationships. Despite this, various political speculations are being made regarding his statement.

The statement came amidst challenges within TMC-
This statement has come at a time when many discussions are going on in the politics of West Bengal regarding TMC. This statement of Mahua is being considered politically important amid reports of differences within the party and displeasure of some leaders.

At present, there has been no official response from TMC on this statement. At the same time, political observers believe that more reactions may be seen regarding this statement in the coming days.