Former MLA Abu Sufian Returns to Congress in Murshidabad, Bolstering Party Ahead of Polls

• Former Congress MLA Abu Sufian Sarkar rejoins Congress after 25 years, leaving Trinamool Congress.
• Sufian, who served as MLA from 1996-2001, cited disrespect and corruption within Trinamool as reasons for his departure.
• His 'ghar wapsi' in Baharampur was led by former state Congress president Adhir Chowdhury, with hundreds of supporters.
• Adhir Chowdhury claims this strengthens Congress in Bhagwangola ahead of assembly elections and signals a resurgence in Murshidabad.
• Trinamool MLA Riyat Hossain Sarkar stated relief at Sufian's exit, alleging anti-party activities.