The Bengal CM expressed displeasure at the absence of Opposition parties such as CPI(M) and CPI from the all-party meeting, even though both Left parties are constituents of the Opposition alliance INDIA, of which the TMC is also a part
On June 20, 1947, two meetings of separate sets of legislators in the Bengal Assembly were held. One of those who wanted West Bengal as part of India voted in favour of the resolution by a majority. The other was of legislators of areas which eventually became East Pakistan. Despite strong objections from the chief minister, the State Foundation Day was observed in the Raj Bhavan here and in other states on June 20 this year, following an instruction from the Centre.
The Bengal CM expressed displeasure at the absence of Opposition parties such as CPI(M) and CPI from the all-party meeting, even though both Left parties are constituents of the Opposition alliance INDIA, of which the TMC is also a part