Lakhimpur, June 12 -- Assam Minister Keshab Mahanta on Friday noted that several leaders were exiting the Trinamool Congress (TMC) amid internal dissatisfaction and uncertainty over its direction.

"In politics, there are times when support is extended even against one's own inclinations. Actually, members of Mamata Banerjee's party supported her despite their reservations, at least over the last five years or so," Mahanta told ANI.

He added, "That is why, in the current situation, many have abandoned her and moved on to new paths."

The minister's remarks come amid a series of resignations and growing speculation about the party's internal cohesion and the possible realignment of leaders dissatisfied with TMC's leadership.

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