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Meneka Guruswamy is a lawyer who represented the Chief Minister in the IPAC case.
Babul Supriyo is among 4 TMC candidates for Rajya Sabha Polls (Credits Instagram)
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Friday announced its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, naming Babul Supriyo, Rajeev Kumar (Former DGP, West Bengal), Menaka Guruswamy and Koel Mallick.
Making the announcement on X, the party said, “We are pleased to announce the candidature of Babul Supriyo, Rajeev Kumar (Former DGP, West Bengal), Menaka Guruswamy and Koel Mallick for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections.”
The party also extended its congratulations to the nominees, expressing confidence in their leadership and commitment.
It added, “We extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to them. May they continue to uphold Trinamool’s enduring legacy of resilience and its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of every Indian.”
The announcement comes ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections, which are likely to take place in April this year.
About The Four Candidates
- Meneka Guruswamy is a lawyer who represented the Chief Minister in the IPAC case.
- Koel Mallick is an actress whose father was a celebrated actor.
- Babul Supriyo, a former Union Minister, later joined the TMC.
- Rajiv Kumar served as the Director General of Police (DGP) of West Bengal from July 2024 until his retirement on January 31, 2026.
February 27, 2026, 21:46 IST
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