Agartala, 7th October 2026 : TIPRA Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma has announced his decision to withdraw from active politics, citing the need to prioritise his health, family and personal well-being after years of political struggle.
In a letter addressed to the people of Tripura, Pradyot said he had taken the decision after “much thought and considerable pain” and made it clear that his withdrawal was neither temporary nor driven by anger. He said he would no longer hold political office or involve himself in day-to-day political activities.
Pradyot said the prolonged political journey, negotiations and public responsibilities had affected his health, peace of mind and family life. He said he now wanted to spend more time with his family, take care of his health and recover from the pressures of years in public life.
However, he maintained that his exit from active politics would not mean an end to his association with Tripura or the Tiprasa cause. He said he would remain available to offer his experience, advice and assistance whenever required.
Reflecting on his political journey, Pradyot said he had founded TIPRA Motha to bring together different groups fighting separately for the rights of indigenous people. The movement, he said, eventually developed into a broad platform based on the principle of “One platform, One voice, One Thansa”.
He cited the party’s growth, including 3,428 elected Village Council leaders, 24 MDCs and 13 MLAs, as evidence of the strength of the movement.
Pradyot also recalled the implementation of the Bru settlement and his campaign for the Tiprasa Accord, describing the latter as a struggle to address historical injustices and secure constitutional protection and dignity for indigenous communities.
He said the Tiprasa Accord must not become dependent on any individual or political party and urged all concerned to ensure its implementation within the stipulated timeframe, as assured by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister Prof Dr Manik Saha.
Pradyot acknowledged that the negotiations had taken a heavy physical and emotional toll and said some people and decisions had disappointed him. Nevertheless, he said he did not want to leave politics with bitterness.
“I leave active politics not with anger, but with gratitude,” he said, thanking the people for their trust and support.
He said he now sought a quieter phase of life, closer to his family, nature and unfinished personal commitments, while reiterating that Tripura would always remain in his heart.
