Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha emphasized the increasing support for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) among the public due to its focus on development. He criticized opposition parties ahead of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections. Saha, speaking at an election rally, highlighted the BJP’s core principle of “nation first, then party, and finally the individual,” contrasting it with other parties like the Tipra Motha Party and the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M).
The Chief Minister urged for a reduction of the Tipra Motha Party to zero in the TTAADC election, stressing the need to prioritize development over politics. He pointed out the BJP’s growth since its establishment in 1980, citing its evolution from having two Members of Parliament to leading the country for three consecutive terms under PM Modi. Saha also underscored the significance of the upcoming TTAADC elections in 2026, where the BJP is set to contest 28 seats.
Saha called for a decisive victory for BJP candidate Shailendra Nath in the Dasda-Kanchanpur constituency during the April 12 polls. He addressed local concerns, particularly those related to displaced Bengalis in Kanchanpur, expressing optimism for a prompt resolution. Drawing parallels with West Bengal politics, Saha highlighted alleged similarities between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Tipra Motha, citing a rise in political violence since the BJP announced candidates for 28 seats.
The Chief Minister’s rally, attended by local leaders and party members, aimed to garner support for the BJP in the TTAADC elections. The council, consisting of 28 elected representatives and two state government-nominated members, is scheduled for polls on April 12. The Tipra Motha Party (TMP), BJP’s ally since 2021, currently governs the strategically important council, which oversees a significant portion of Tripura’s geographical area.
