Abhishek Banerjee to represent TMC in MPs delegation Yusuf out

Trinamool Congress national general secretary and Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee will represent the party in the all-party delegations that would visit different countries to convey India's stand post Operation Sindoor, the party announced on Tuesday."At a time when the world must unite to confront the growing threat of terrorism, Abhishek Banerjee's inclusion brings both conviction and clarity to the table. His presence will not only reflect Bengal's firm stand against terror but also strengthen India's collective voice on the global stage," the party said. The Trinamool had objected to the centre choosing a party representative for the outreach programme without consulting its leadership.

Smt. @MamataOfficial nominates Shri @abhishekaitc to represent us in the all-party delegation for India’s global stand against terrorism.

His voice will echo India’s commitment to peace, justice, & global cooperation. pic.twitter.com/AA3tmZJW4v

— All India Trinamool Congress (@AITCofficial) May 20, 2025

He will likely replace former cricketer Yusuf Pathan, an MP from the party who was made part of the delegation to be led by the JDU's Sanjay Kumar Jha. Sources suggest Mr Pathan had opted out of the delegation, though he made no public remark.Jha's delegation also comprises BJP's Aparajita Sarangi, Brij Lal, John Brittas, Prasan Baruah and Hemang Joshi. The delegation is likely to leave on May 22 and will visit five nations - Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, and Singapore.
The decision came after Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju called Trinamool supremo and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The source claimed Rijiju called Mamata Banerjee to "pacify" her and seek her suggestions for a representative to the multi-party delegations from her party.