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Why are rival Trinamool Congress factions competing to hold the July 21 Martyrs’ Day Rally? | Explained

For more than three decades, the Martyrs’ Day rally in West Bengal has been synonymous with Mamata Banerjee. This year, rival Trinamool factions and the Congress are competing to claim its political legacy

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Rival political factions are vying for control of the annual Martyrs' Day rally, signalling a contest for legacy and influence.

The Hindu Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:36 DEVELOPING
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