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BJP Confident of Forming Tripura Tribal Council Govt, CM Saha Claims

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has expressed confidence that the BJP will form the next administration in the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). He launched campaign vehicles to highlight the BJP-led government's developmental work in tribal areas ahead of the April 12 elections. Saha criticized previous administrations by the CPI(M) and Tipra Motha Party for failing to deliver meaningful development, while crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for prioritizing tribal welfare. The Chief Minister also dismissed allegations of land-related concerns as misleading and assured action following a recent clash between party workers.

Key Points: BJP to Form Tripura Tribal Council Govt, Says CM Manik Saha

  • BJP launches campaign vehicles for TTAADC polls
  • CM credits PM Modi for Janajati welfare
  • Criticizes previous CPI(M) and TMP rule
  • Claims positive response and defections from TMP
  • Polls for 30-member council on April 12
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BJP set to form govt in Tripura tribal council: CM Saha​

Tripura CM Manik Saha asserts BJP will win TTAADC polls, ending era of muscle power. Elections scheduled for April 12.

"People now understand that politics cannot be sustained by misleading them; real work is required. - Manik Saha"

Agartala, April 1

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday asserted that the era of muscle power and communal provocation in politics is nearing its end, expressing confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party will form the next administration in the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council to ensure development of the Janajati people.​

Saha, also a senior BJP leader, made the remarks after flagging off ten BJP campaign vehicles in front of the party's state headquarters. ​

He said the vehicles will travel across all tribal-inhabited areas to raise awareness about the developmental work undertaken by the BJP-led government.​

Highlighting the upcoming TTAADC elections scheduled for April 12, the Chief Minister said the campaign aims to reach communities that may not yet be fully aware of government initiatives. ​

"The vehicle will tour the region to inform people about the work done for Janajati welfare," he said.​

Saha claimed that the BJP is receiving a positive response on the ground, adding that several leaders from the Tipra Motha Party (TMP) have already joined the BJP, while others have shown interest in switching sides.​

Criticising previous administrations, he said both the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and TMP failed to deliver meaningful development in the TTAADC.​

In contrast, he credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for prioritising the welfare and development of Janajati communities.​

"People now understand that politics cannot be sustained by misleading them; real work is required. Only the BJP can ensure genuine development in TTAADC," he said, adding that alleged corruption in the council would be exposed before the public.​

The Chief Minister also stressed that the BJP's campaign is being conducted in an organised manner, with party workers actively engaged across the region. ​

He said he would soon join the campaign, noting that public trust in Prime Minister Modi is driving support for the BJP.​

Referring to recent incidents of violence, Saha described them as acts of frustration. He said the government has taken note of an attack on a minister's vehicle and assured that law enforcement agencies would take appropriate action. ​

"People want peace, and we are committed to ensuring it. We are confident that BJP will form the government in TTAADC," he added, while dismissing allegations of land-related concerns as misleading.​

BJP state president Rajib Bhattacharya, Social Welfare Minister Tinku Roy, and other party leaders were present at the event.​

Meanwhile, a clash between BJP and TMP workers took place in Kamalpur in Dhalai district, injuring eight people, including three security personnel.​

The 30-member TTAADC, comprising 28 elected representatives and 2 nominated by the state government, will go to the polls on April 12. Since 2021, the Tipra Motha Party, an ally of the ruling BJP, has governed the strategically important TTAADC, which administers nearly two-thirds of Tripura's 10,491 sq km geographical area.​

- IANS

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Priya S
The CM talks about ending muscle power, but the article ends with news of a clash between BJP and TMP workers. Actions speak louder than words. The campaign should be about policies, not violence. Very concerning.
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Rohit P
Good to see focus on the tribal council. The North-East has been ignored for too long. Modi ji's government has brought a new vision for the region. If TMP leaders are joining BJP, it shows where the wind is blowing.
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Sarah B
As an observer, I hope the "campaign vehicles" actually carry information and not just rhetoric. Tribal autonomy is crucial, and the council should work for its people, not just be a political trophy for any party.
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Vikram M
The claim about exposing corruption is important. The previous administrations, be it CPI(M) or TMP, must be held accountable if they misused funds meant for tribal development. Voters deserve transparency. Jai Hind!
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Kavya N
Let's hope peace prevails. Tripura has seen enough conflict. The focus should be on development and preserving the unique culture of the tribal communities. All parties must ensure a violence-free election.

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