AGARTALA | AUGUST 31, 2026: The Tripura Legislative Assembly witnessed intense uproar and repeated disruptions on Monday as Opposition parties—the CPI(M) and Congress—agitated over the unnatural death of late Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar.
The confrontation culminated in Speaker Rampada Jamatia ordering the expulsion of senior Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman under Rule 330 after he raised questions regarding an alleged suicide note, leading to a complete walkout by CPI(M) and Congress legislators.
Key Points of Debate & Allegations
- Opposition Demands High Court Probe: Leader of the Opposition (LOP) Jitendra Chaudhury and Congress leader Sudip Roy Barman strongly criticized the state administration, demanding an independent inquiry by a sitting judge of the Tripura High Court. They alleged that the circumstances surrounding the police chief’s death inside police headquarters on July 20 were unprecedented.
- Controversy over Alleged Suicide Note: Raising the issue post-Question Hour, Sudip Roy Barman cited claims made by the late DGP’s family, asking why the alleged suicide note had not been made public and demanding transparency regarding physical and digital evidence.
- Speaker’s Ruling & Expulsion: Speaker Rampada Jamatia ruled that the matter was actively under investigation by a high-level team and instructed members not to violate procedural rules. Following continuous protests and slogan-shouting in the well of the House, the Speaker ordered the expulsion of Roy Barman, prompting an immediate Opposition walkout.
Government’s Response & CM’s Statement
Defending the administration’s stance and handling of the case, Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha (who holds the Home portfolio) addressed the Assembly:
- Post-Mortem Findings: CM Manik Saha informed the House that the official post-mortem report indicates the death was “suicidal in nature” by hanging.
- Commitment to Impartial Probe: The Chief Minister stated that a high-level investigation team headed by West Tripura SP Namit Pathak and monitored by IGP (Law & Order) Manchak Ipper is conducting an exhaustive probe. Forensic reports, CCTV footage, mobile data, and digital devices are being analyzed, with an assurance of strict legal action against anyone found culpable.
Summary of Proceedings
- Issue: Debate and Opposition protest over late DGP Anurag Dhankar’s death and alleged suicide note.
- Key Speakers: Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, LOP Jitendra Chaudhury, Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman, Speaker Rampada Jamatia.
- Action Taken: Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman expelled from the session; CPI(M) and Congress walkout.
- Investigating Body: Special inquiry team led by West Tripura SP Namit Pathak.
