Mamata Banerjee Doubts Congress' Ability to Win 40 Lok Sabha Seats

TMC chief Mamata Banerjee questioned Congress's ability to win even 40 Lok Sabha seats, accusing the party of trying to appease Muslims for votes in Bengal and criticizing Rahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' as a "photo op." She expressed doubt about Congress's capability to fight against BJP in Bengal and accused them of not informing TMC about the yatra entering the state. The bitter remarks have strained the relationship between the two parties, with TMC firm on offering only two seats to Congress, while some Congress leaders believe a final decision will emerge by February-end.