By Firstdespatch Desk Jan 25, 2026
Agartala, Jan 25 (FD) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Sunday issued a stern warning against road blockades and disruptive protests, stating that the government would act firmly against any unlawful activities.
In an oblique reference to the MLA of the Tipra Motha, Ranjit Debbarma Saha said people of the state know his past and any illegal works would not be tolerated by the Government.
“The government will not tolerate road blockades in the name of agitation. Any unlawful activity will be dealt with strongly,” Saha said.
Debbarma, was the supremo of the outlawed All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), had last year called for a statewide bandh under the banner of Tripura Civil Society, which later led to violent clashes at Santirbazar in Dhalai district. More recently, the group blocked roads at Bishramganj for several hours to protest the government’s decision to constitute the Bishramganj Nagar Panchayat.
Saha said efforts had earlier been made to bring those involved in underground activities into the mainstream, but expressed disappointment over their continued rhetoric. “Too much cleverness is not good,” he remarked.
Referring to the upcoming Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections, with the current council’s tenure ending on April 28, the Chief Minister urged TMP leaders to defend their record in office.
“Those attacking BJP workers, blockading roads and staging protests should go to the voters with the report card of what you have done for the people. We know you have done nothing for the people. Stop fuelling communal tension on falsehood,” he said.
Tipra Motha Party (TMP) is the ally of the ruling BJP which rules the TTAADC. The Chief Minister’s remarks indicate growing strain within the ruling alliance as the council elections draw closer. FD JK