BY TC News Desk
Agartala, 19th March 2026: In a significant development ahead of the upcoming bye-election, the Congress President, Mallikarjun Kharge, has approved the candidature of Chayan Bhattacharjee for the 56-Dharmanagar Constituency of the Tripura Legislative Assembly.
This announcement marks the party’s formal entry into the contest for the Dharmanagar seat, signaling its intent to strengthen its presence in the northeastern state.
Party leaders expressed confidence that Bhattacharjee’s candidature would resonate with the voters and consolidate support for the Congress in the region.
The bye-election has drawn attention from various political quarters, with multiple parties gearing up for a keenly contested battle. Campaigning is expected to intensify in the coming weeks as candidates reach out to the electorate.


