Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Firhad Hakim resigned as the Mayor of Kolkata on June 5, 2026, citing an inability to work properly in his role. Hakim, who also serves as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), had held the position of Mayor of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) since November 2018. He was the first Muslim mayor of the city since India's independence.
In his resignation statement, Hakim expressed that he was stepping down because he felt he could no longer effectively perform his duties. The resignation comes amid ongoing political developments in West Bengal, though no immediate reason beyond his statement was provided. Hakim's tenure as mayor saw various urban development initiatives and challenges within the city.
Firhad Hakim has been a prominent figure in West Bengal politics, representing the TMC in the state assembly. His resignation as mayor marks a significant change in the leadership of Kolkata's municipal body. The KMC is responsible for the civic administration and infrastructure of India's third-most populous city.
Political analysts suggest that Hakim's departure could lead to a reshuffling within the TMC's municipal cadre. The party has yet to announce a successor for the mayoral post. Hakim's resignation is effective immediately, and the process for electing a new mayor will follow the norms set by the KMC and state government.
