Recent political developments indicate a cooling of relations between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Indian National Congress ahead of upcoming by-elections. According to reports, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee reached out to Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal to discuss a formal alliance for the polls. However, the Congress leadership has reportedly chosen not to engage with the proposal, leaving the communication unacknowledged.

This lack of response is being interpreted by political observers as a significant setback for opposition unity in the state. While the Trinamool Congress has sought to consolidate its position by proposing a joint front, the Congress party’s silence suggests a reluctance to align with the TMC in this specific electoral cycle. The situation highlights the ongoing friction between the two parties, which have previously navigated a complex relationship of cooperation and competition. As of now, neither party has issued an official statement confirming the details of the communication or the reasons behind the Congress party's apparent decision to leave the proposal on 'seen.' The lack of a formal response leaves the future of a potential seat-sharing arrangement uncertain as the by-election dates approach.