1. Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma claimed India can divide Bangladesh and create a new nation.
2. His remarks were made at a Mega Solidarity Rally supporting minority communities in Bangladesh.
3. Debbarma is the royal scion of Tripura and founder of the Tipra Motha party.
Agartala, Sept 27: Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, the royal scion of Tripura and founder of the Tipra Motha party, asserted that India possesses the capability to divide Bangladesh and establish a new nation.
His remarks came during a Mega Solidarity Rally held to support minority communities in Bangladesh.
Speaking at the event, Debbarma emphasized his connection to the region, stating, “I am here not just as the Tipra Motha founder, but as a member of the Maharaja’s family, whose ancestors once ruled areas in Bangladesh like Brahmanbaria, Khagrachari, Comilla, and Chottogram. It pains me to witness the attacks on our people, who were part of Tripura 70 years ago. Their temples are being vandalized, churches attacked and lives taken. This violence is not reflective of Tripura’s culture, nor is it acceptable in Bangladesh. The Maharajas of Tripura fostered a culture that welcomed mandirs, masjids, and land for Christians.”
Debbarma highlighted the inclusive traditions of Tripura, which celebrate diverse faiths, stating, “Today, Muslims protect our Hindu deities, and namaz is still performed at Raj Baari. This is the essence of our culture and that of India. However, it seems the people of Bangladesh do not honor this mutual respect. Without Tripura, Bangladesh would not exist, nor would the Mukti Bahini. Yet, now Bangladesh is raising slogans against India, the nation that once supported them. They claim they will seize the Northeast and Tripura. We, the Muslims of India, will teach our counterparts in Bangladesh what true Islam is. We must unite to urge the Indian government to confront these issues and hold Bangladesh accountable.”
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He also reflected on the historical friendship between India and Bangladesh, noting that Sheikh Hasina and her father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, were once allies of India.
However, he indicated that this bond has weakened over time.
Debbarma concluded with a stark warning: “If the people of Bangladesh believe they can challenge us, they must remember that India created Bangladesh by dividing Pakistan, and now India has the power to divide Bangladesh again. We will not remain silent if our minority communities in Bangladesh are harmed. India belongs to the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, and Sam Manekshaw.”
