The Rajya Sabha paid tribute to former Members of Parliament Mukul Roy, Janardhan Waghmare, and H K Dua.

Two major political scandals, Saradha and Narada, are reported to have significantly altered the political trajectory of Indian politician Mukul Roy.

The West Bengal CM said she was "shocked and saddened" by Mr. Roy's passing and recalled that he had worked tirelessly for the Trinamool Congress since its founding, earning acceptance across all levels of the party

An article details the political journey of Mukul Roy, a prominent figure in Bengal politics, highlighting his shifts between parties and his role in both Mamata Banerjee's rise and the BJP's growth in the region.

Mukul Roy, a founding member of the Trinamool Congress and a key aide to Mamata Banerjee, passed away at the age of 71 in the early hours of February 23, 2026.

A founding member of the All India Trinamool Congress, Mukul Roy was among the key organisers of the party in its early years. He was considered a close associate of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata

The death of veteran Trinamool Congress leader Mukul Roy has become a political flashpoint, leading to accusations and counter-allegations between the TMC and BJP, despite tributes from across party lines.

Roy was once regarded as West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's most trusted lieutenant and the TMC's principal strategist