BY TC News Desk
Agartala, 27th June 2025: Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) President Ashish Kumar Saha today has written to Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, voicing deep concern over what he described as the “alarming deterioration” of the law and order situation in the state.
In the letter, he alleged that a section of the ruling BJP is shielding anti-social elements and suppressing democratic practices.
Calling for immediate and strict police action, the Congress leader urged the Chief Minister to intervene personally to restore peace, stability, and democratic values across Tripura.
Referring to the 2018 Assembly elections, Saha said the people had voted for change with high hopes for good governance under the BJP. However, he alleged that the post-election scenario saw a surge in political violence and suppression of opposition activities. “Since the new government took charge, democratic rights have repeatedly been undermined — allegedly with the tacit support of ministers, MLAs, and senior party leaders,” Saha wrote.
He accused the government of allowing the rise of political violence, including attacks on opposition workers, occupation of offices, and assaults on elected representatives.He also highlighted the role of what he termed the “infamous bike brigade,” which, according to him, operated with impunity and instilled fear among the public, while the police remained inactive.
Saha acknowledged that there was renewed public hope when the BJP leadership replaced the former Chief Minister and brought in Dr. Manik Saha. However, he claimed that the situation on the ground has not improved, citing irregularities and violence during recent by-elections as proof.
One of the key concerns raised was the recent attack on the official residence of Congress MLA and AICC Working Committee member Sudip Roy Barman, which Saha described as a “blatant example of growing lawlessness.”
“Such incidents highlight the emboldenment of miscreants who appear to enjoy political protection,” he stated, warning that continued inaction could further erode public trust in the administration.
Saha concluded by urging the Chief Minister to take decisive action to curb political violence and dismantle what he described as a “Frankenstein” created by the ruling establishment. The TPCC called for robust police measures to ensure a democratic and secure environment for all political entities and citizens in the state.
