Sonia Gandhi and Mamata Banerjee shared moments of bonhomie at the INDIA bloc press conference on Wednesday. Mamata insisted Sonia attend, saying her "guidance" was needed. Sonia smiled and applauded as Mamata spoke. Mamata also gifted Sonia a stole from West Bengal, showing that their old political bond has returned.
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Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi and TMC chief Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday shared multiple moments of bonhomie, showcasing the revival of their bonding. Sources said it was Mamata who insisted and convinced Sonia to be there for the INDIA bloc's joint press conference, saying her "guidance" was needed. When Mamata made some fiery remarks during the presser, Sonia was seen smiling and applauding her remarks. According to sources, Mamata also gifted Sonia a stole she had brought with her from West Bengal.