Agartala, Tripura: A somber atmosphere prevailed at the Tripura Legislative Assembly complex today as a special memorial service was held in honor of the late Speaker, Biswa Bandhu Sen. Leaders across the political spectrum gathered at the Assembly lobby to pay their last respects and recall the contributions of the veteran leader to the state’s parliamentary democracy.
Dignitaries Gather at Assembly Lobby
The memorial service saw the attendance of several high-profile leaders, reflecting the respect Sen commanded across party lines. The leaders offered floral tributes to the portrait of the late Speaker, observing a moment of silence in his memory.
Prominent attendees included:
- Ratan Lal Nath: Cabinet Minister, representing the state government.
- Kalyani Roy: Chief Whip of the Tripura Legislative Assembly.
- Jitendra Chaudhury: Leader of the Opposition (CPIM).
- Ram Prasad Paul: Deputy Speaker of the Assembly.
- Several other MLAs and senior officials of the Assembly Secretariat.
Tributes to a Parliamentary Icon
Speaking at the gathering, Minister Ratan Lal Nath highlighted Biswa Bandhu Sen’s long-standing political career and his commitment to the development of North Tripura, particularly Dharmanagar. He noted that Sen’s expertise in legislative procedures was a significant asset to the House.
Leader of the Opposition, Jitendra Chaudhury, though a political rival, spoke warmly of Sen’s role as a moderator. He acknowledged that despite political differences, Sen always maintained a personal rapport with all members of the House and strived to uphold the dignity of the Speaker’s chair.
Deputy Speaker Ram Prasad Paul and Chief Whip Kalyani Roy also shared their experiences of working alongside Sen, describing him as a mentor and a dedicated public servant whose absence would be deeply felt in the upcoming legislative sessions.
Legacy of Biswa Bandhu Sen
Biswa Bandhu Sen, a veteran politician and a multi-term MLA from Dharmanagar, had been a prominent figure in Tripura’s political landscape for decades. His transition from the Congress to the BJP and his subsequent elevation to the post of Speaker marked a significant chapter in the state’s recent political history.
The assembly staff and members of the press also joined the leaders in paying their respects, marking the end of an era in Tripura’s parliamentary proceedings.
