Mallikarjun Kharge's ultimatum to those who won't fall in line was defiant

Asked about Kharge's statement, Chowdhury, who is seeking re-election from Baharampur on a Congress ticket, said, "I cannot speak in favour of someone who wants to finish me politically and our party in Bengal. This is a battle for every Congress worker. I have spoken on their behalf."

Kharge's statement has been seen as a hint for Adhir Ranjan to refrain from unnecessary criticism of Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress party.