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Former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb is championing the One Nation, One Election (ONOE) initiative as a transformative political reform. He argues that simultaneous elections were historically normal in India before political disruptions. Deb claims the ONOE bill will save substantial public resources and promote governmental efficiency. The proposed reform aims to streamline election processes and enable more focused governance across central and state levels.

Key Points: Biplab Deb Defends One Nation One Election Reforms

  • ONOE could save significant public money and resources
  • Promotes political stability and accelerated development
  • Reduces election-related expenditures
  • Supports Modi's vision of developed India by 2047
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ONOE will save time, money & resources: Former Tripura CM

Former Tripura CM Biplab Deb advocates for ONOE bill, highlighting cost savings and political stability benefits nationwide

"After India's Independence, simultaneous elections were the norm - Biplab Kumar Deb"

Agartala, April 8

Former Tripura Chief Minister and Lok Sabha Member Biplab Kumar Deb on Tuesday strongly defended the 'One Nation, One Election' (ONOE) Bill, saying that the initiative would bring significant savings in time, money, and resources.

A Lok Sabha member from the Tripura West Lok Sabha constituency, Deb, while addressing a series of conventions on ONOE, said that the initiative is not the BJP's invention.

"After India's Independence, simultaneous elections were the norm. It was Congress's misuse of Article 356 to topple state governments that broke that cycle," he explained.

The former Chief Minister also accused both the Congress and the CPI-M of "hypocrisy", stating, "When in power, they supported it. Now they claim it's a threat to democracy. This shows they lack understanding of the country's political history."

Deb pointed out that a synchronised election system would promote political stability, accelerate development, and allow the government to channel funds more efficiently into welfare programs.

Deb, former President of the BJP's Tripura unit, said if the Bill is passed, the country will be able to save huge money, time and spend resources and time on the development and welfare of people.

He added that elections are conducted at the huge expense of public money, and if there is any scope, these should be saved for the benefit of the people.

"With the saving of money by implementing ONOE, Prime Minister Narendra Modi would launch many more schemes for the development and welfare of the people," he claimed.

Deb said that after the ONOE, both the Central and the state governments would be able to focus on long-term plans, progress, and the youth would get better opportunities.

"The ONOE would reduce political hostility and uphold governance based on performance. It would be a milestone in achieving Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a developed India by 2047," he said.

As part of the BJP's nationwide campaign, Deb addressed a series of conventions on ONOE on Monday and Tuesday in the West Tripura district.

The 39-member (27 members from Lok Sabha and 12 members from the Rajya Sabha) Joint Committee of the Parliament, headed by BJP MP P.P. Chaudhary, is now studying the ONOE Bill and seeking opinions from the people and various stakeholders.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Interesting perspective! I never realized how much money gets wasted on frequent elections. If ONOE can redirect those funds to development projects, it's worth serious consideration. 👍
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Priya M.
While the cost savings sound good, I worry about regional issues getting overshadowed in national elections. Local problems need local attention - hope they find a balanced solution.
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Sanjay T.
Finally someone talking sense! The constant election cycle is exhausting for voters too. Let's focus on governance rather than perpetual campaigning. #ONOE
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Ananya R.
The historical context about Congress breaking the cycle is eye-opening. We need more politicians who understand our constitutional history like Deb does.
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Vikram P.
Respectfully disagree with some points. While cost savings are attractive, we shouldn't compromise federal principles. Elections are the heartbeat of democracy - can't make them too infrequent.
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Neha S.
The focus on youth opportunities is what convinced me! Less political drama and more development is exactly what our generation needs. 🙌

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