In a significant organisational move before the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has decided to partially implement the “one person, one post” policy at the grassroots level, party insiders revealed on Sunday.
The policy, long advocated by party general secretary Abhishek Banerjee, will be applied primarily to urban civic bodies, including municipal corporations and municipalities.
Focus on Councillors in Civic Bodies
According to party sources, councillors already holding elected posts will no longer be allowed to occupy organisational positions in the same ward or district.
A senior party leader explained:
“Often, it is seen that a person holding the post of councillor as well as an organisational position fails to manage either responsibility properly. The new system is meant to avoid such conflicts of interest.”
This step aims to streamline responsibilities and strengthen both governance and party organisation in urban areas.
Push by Abhishek Banerjee
The idea of “one person, one post” was first floated by Abhishek Banerjee a few years ago, though senior leaders at the time resisted blanket implementation across all levels of leadership.
Party insiders said the leadership recently conducted an internal survey and concluded that the rule should now be applied strictly at the civic level to boost efficiency and accountability.
Organisational Reshuffle Already Underway
In preparation for the change, Abhishek Banerjee recently held separate meetings with district leaderships, leading to new appointments at the town and block levels in six districts.
New faces have also been entrusted with responsibilities in the youth, women, and workers’ wings. These announcements were made public on social media.
Political Significance
With the Assembly elections less than a year away, the partial rollout of “one person, one post” underscores the TMC’s attempt to balance organisational discipline with electoral readiness.
By targeting councillors and civic leaders, the party aims to eliminate overlapping roles, reduce infighting, and present a stronger front in urban constituencies—seen as crucial in the 2026 battle against opposition rivals.
