By Tripura24.in Reporter 7th March 2026
Agartala: In a bid to strengthen grassroots connectivity ahead of the upcoming electoral challenges, the 9-Banamalipur Mandal Mahila Morcha organized a vibrant “Chai Pe Charcha” (Discussion over Tea) program at the Ashram Choumuhani area of Agartala today. The event saw the active participation of Rajya Sabha MP and State BJP President, Shri Rajib Bhattacharjee, alongside senior women leaders of the party.
The informal gathering served as a platform for local women to interact directly with the MP while discussing the impact of various state and central welfare schemes.
Grassroots Interaction: Tea and Transformation
The “Chai Pe Charcha” initiative is part of the BJP’s nationwide strategy to engage with citizens in an informal setting. Sitting at a local tea stall, MP Rajib Bhattacharjee listened to the grievances and suggestions of the women residing in the Ashram Choumuhani and surrounding localities.
Key discussion points included:
- Women’s Empowerment: The progress of the “Lakhpati Didi” initiative and the benefits of the “Ujjwala Yojana.”
- Local Development: Issues related to drainage, street lighting, and the distribution of drinking water in the Banamalipur constituency.
- Safety and Security: The efforts of the Dr. Manik Saha-led government in ensuring a secure environment for women in urban areas.
MP Rajib Bhattacharjee’s Address
Speaking to reporters after the session, the MP expressed his satisfaction with the high turnout of women supporters.
”Our strength lies in our mothers and sisters. Through this ‘Chai Pe Charcha,’ we aren’t just giving speeches; we are listening. The feedback we received today about the development in Banamalipur is overwhelmingly positive. We are committed to resolving the minor local issues raised by the residents here today,” he stated.
Dignitaries and Organizers
The event was spearheaded by the Mandal Mahila Morcha leadership, with several key figures in attendance:
- Shri Rajib Bhattacharjee, Rajya Sabha MP.
- President of the 9-Banamalipur Mandal.
- Local Municipal Councillors.
- Office bearers of the Mahila Morcha.
The Mahila Morcha leaders noted that such small-scale booth-level meetings would continue across the constituency to ensure that the message of “Antyodaya” (serving the last person) reaches every household.
[Image: MP Rajib Bhattacharjee engaging in conversation with local women over tea at Ashram Choumuhani.]
