Firhad Hakim Resigns as Kolkata Mayor, Cites Inability to Continue Responsibilities

Trinamool Congress leader Firhad Hakim has resigned from the post of Mayor of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, citing his inability to continue carrying the responsibilities of the office. Thanking Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her trust, Hakim recalled being elected Mayor in December 2018 after the resignation of Sovan Chatterjee. He emphasized that the Mayor's position is not just a chair but a significant responsibility, which he believes he can no longer fulfill effectively. His resignation marks an important development in Kolkata's civic administration, with details about his successor yet to be announced.