1. Pradyot of TIPRA Motha stresses Congress needs an independent stance in Tripura.
2. Collaboration with CPIM risks weakening Congress, he warns.
3. East parliamentary election likely to show anti-CPIM sentiment, Pradyot affirms.
Agartala, April 24: Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, the founder of TIPRA Motha, underscored the imperative for Congress to forge an independent path in Tripura, asserting that collaboration with CPIM would only diminish the grand old party’s standing.
Speaking at a press conference, Pradyot emphasized that his fight against CPIM remains unwavering, with the upcoming East parliamentary constituency election poised to reflect an anti-CPIM sentiment among voters.
Highlighting the longstanding neglect of tribal areas in Tripura, Pradyot lamented the minimal development initiatives undertaken by CPIM during its prolonged tenure in power.
He underscored the genuine grievances of tribal communities, emphasizing the pressing need to address infrastructure deficiencies such as roads and water access.
According to Pradyot, these issues have persisted over the past 75 years, underscoring the entrenched nature of systemic neglect in Tripura’s tribal regions.
Pradyot reiterated his staunch opposition to CPIM, particularly in East Tripura, where the battle lines are drawn against the incumbent party.
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Despite his affinity for Congress, Pradyot refrained from directly criticizing the party during campaigning, maintaining his focus on combatting CPIM’s influence.
He warned against the consequences of Congress workers aligning with CPIM, urging voters to recognize the detrimental effects of CPIM governance.
As the electoral landscape in Tripura unfolds, Pradyot expressed confidence in the electorate’s rejection of CPIM’s policies and practices.
He emphasized the pivotal role of the opposition in a democracy, stressing the need for Congress to strengthen its independent identity.
Pradyot cautioned against the pitfalls of aligning with CPIM, asserting that such collaboration would only weaken Congress’ position in the state’s political arena.
In the lead-up to the April 26 elections, Pradyot’s rallying cry against CPIM resonates with voters disillusioned by decades of neglect and marginalization.
His call for Congress to assert its autonomy underscores the broader quest for political rejuvenation and accountability in Tripura.
As voters prepare to cast their ballots, the stakes are high, with the electoral outcome poised to shape the future trajectory of the state’s political landscape.
