The Election Commission has assured a Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls in Tripura to address concerns of illegal immigration raised by the Tipra Motha Party. The assurance was given during a meeting between a delegation from the party and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in New Delhi on July 23.
The Tipra Motha Party, a key ally in the BJP-led coalition government in Tripura, has been vocal about the need for a revision of voter rolls in the state due to fears of infiltration. Party leader Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma emphasized the importance of preventing illegal immigrants from entering Tripura, warning of dire consequences if the issue is not addressed.
“We can’t allow illegal immigrants into the state. The CEC assured that a Special Intensive Revision will be conducted in all states, including Tripura,” Debbarma stated after the meeting.
Expressing concerns over alleged infiltration in Tripura, Debbarma cautioned that if the situation is not controlled, the security of the country will be at risk. He emphasized the need for steps to detect, delete, and deport illegal immigrants to Bangladesh to safeguard the interests of indigenous people in the state.
Debbarma also asserted that the Tipra Motha Party does not need permission to advocate for the indigenous people in Tripura and will take necessary actions to protect their rights, even if it means approaching the Supreme Court.
Regarding the Tiprasa accord signed with the Centre and the state government to address issues faced by indigenous communities, Debbarma stated that the party will reconsider its position in the current government if the accord is not effectively implemented.
The Tipra Motha Party had joined the BJP-led coalition government in Tripura after signing an agreement with the Centre and the state government last year to address the concerns of indigenous people. The party’s demand for a revision of voter rolls in Tripura reflects their commitment to protecting the rights and interests of the indigenous population in the state.
