Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Tripura Assembly Speaker Biswa Bandhu Sen, highlighting Sen’s role as a dedicated public leader and cultural icon. Sen was known for his impartiality and dignified demeanor in the State Assembly. The Chief Minister praised Sen’s constructive contributions and emphasized his significant impact on Tripura’s political landscape.
Reflecting on the inevitability of death, Chief Minister Saha emphasized the importance of leaving a lasting legacy. He recounted his enduring friendship with Sen, dating back to their college days in 1971. Despite joining the Bharatiya Janata Party in 2017, Saha maintained a close bond with Sen, who was known for his reliability and generosity.
Sen, a four-time MLA, passed away at the age of 72 in Bengaluru after a prolonged medical battle. Chief Minister Saha lauded Sen’s opposition to Communist ideology and his invaluable role in the State Assembly. The condolence meeting, attended by various political figures and dignitaries, honored Sen’s memory and celebrated his contributions to Tripura’s political and cultural spheres.
