By Tripura24.in Reporter
Agartala: With the Budget Session of the Tripura Legislative Assembly scheduled to commence on March 13, 2026, the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) and CPI(M) State Secretary, Shri Jitendra Chaudhury, has intensified his attack on the state government. Returning from an organizational tour in Assam, Chaudhury addressed several burning issues today, including the legal deadlock over the SLP (Special Leave Petition) and his recent discussions with Congress leader Birajit Sinha.
On Upcoming Assembly Session: “Democracy Under Threat”
Reacting to the announcement of the Assembly session, Jitendra Chaudhury expressed skepticism regarding the government’s willingness to allow healthy debate.
- Short Sessions: He criticized the trend of reducing the number of working days in the House, calling it a “mockery of democracy.”
- Budget Concerns: Chaudhury alleged that while the Finance Minister is busy with “pre-budget consultations,” the reality on the ground is an economic backslide marked by rising unemployment and inflation.
The SLP and 10,323 Issue
One of the most significant points in Chaudhury’s briefing was the SLP (Special Leave Petition) related to the recruitment of teachers.
”The state government is using legal technicalities to delay justice for thousands of job seekers. We will forcefully raise the SLP issue and the non-recruitment of TET-qualified candidates in the upcoming session. The youth of Tripura cannot be kept in a vacuum forever,” the LoP declared.
Unity Talks: Discussion with Birajit Sinha
In a move to strengthen the opposition front, Jitendra Chaudhury confirmed that he had detailed discussions with senior Congress leader and MLA Shri Birajit Sinha.
- Joint Strategy: The leaders reportedly discussed a joint floor strategy for the Budget Session to corner the ruling BJP-Tipra Motha coalition.
- Organizational Synergy: The talks also touched upon political coordination between the Left and Congress to address the deteriorating law and order situation in districts like Unakoti and North Tripura.
Experience from Assam Tour
Sharing his experience from his recent visit to Assam for organizational programs, Chaudhury noted a growing sentiment against the “communal and divisive” policies of the saffron brigade in the Northeast.
”The struggles of the working class and tea garden workers in Assam mirror the hardships faced by people in Tripura. Our organizational drive in Assam has shown that people are looking for a secular and democratic alternative,” he remarked.
Key Takeaways for the Session
- Focus Areas: SLP legal status, TET-qualified recruitment, and the state budget for 2026-27.
- Coalition Pressure: The LoP indicated that the opposition would not walk out easily this time but would stay and demand answers on the floor.
