Police have arrested the prime accused in the October 19 killing of two brothers in Baruakandi under Dharmanagar subdivision of North Tripura, while Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha has directed a fair and impartial investigation and a CPIM delegation has demanded the swift arrest of all those involved.
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Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha has directed the authorities to conduct a fair and impartial investigation into the double murder.
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A CPIM delegation visited the victims’ family on October 21 and demanded the swift arrest and prosecution of all those involved.
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Police have arrested the prime accused, while CPIM leaders have called for increased patrolling and measures to maintain peace in the area.
The brutal killing of two brothers in West Dewanpasha village under the Yubarajnagar Assembly constituency has prompted Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha to order an impartial investigation and the CPIM to demand strict legal action against everyone involved.
A CPIM delegation visited the bereaved family in Baruakandi on Wednesday, October 21, inspected the crime scene and urged the police to ensure justice without harassing innocent people.
Police Investigate October 19 Double Murder
The victims, Jaydeep Roy Chowdhury and Shubdeep Roy Chowdhury, were brutally killed on the night of October 19 in the Baruakandi area of Dharmanagar subdivision in North Tripura district.
The incident took place on the night of Ashtami at West Dewanpasha village under the Yubarajnagar Assembly constituency. The killings have drawn attention to the need for a thorough investigation and swift legal action against those responsible.
According to a post by the Chief Minister’s Office, Dr Manik Saha directed the authorities to ensure a fair and impartial investigation. He also called for legal action against the guilty.
Police have already arrested the prime accused in connection with the case. Investigators are examining whether other people were involved in the killings.
The authorities must establish the circumstances surrounding the murders and identify everyone responsible through a proper investigation.
CPIM Delegation Visits Bereaved Family
On Wednesday, a CPIM delegation visited the victims’ family in Baruakandi and expressed condolences over the deaths of the two brothers.
The delegation also inspected the crime scene as part of its visit to the area. The leaders expressed solidarity with the bereaved family and called for swift action against those responsible for the killings.
The delegation included Yubarajnagar MLA Shailendra Chandra Nath, Kadamtala-Kurti MLA Islam Uddin, CPIM state secretariat member Amitabha Dutta and Dharmanagar subdivision secretary Ratan Roy. Other party leaders also accompanied them.
Following the visit, the delegation met Dharmanagar police station Officer-in-Charge Meena Debbarma to discuss the investigation and the steps required to bring the perpetrators to justice.
CPIM Seeks Swift Arrests and Strict Punishment
During the meeting with the officer-in-charge, CPIM leaders demanded that the police identify and arrest all those genuinely involved in the murders without delay.
The delegation also called for appropriate punishment under the law for everyone found guilty. The leaders stressed the importance of a fair investigation to establish the full extent of involvement in the crime.
According to police sources, authorities have already detained one accused in connection with the case. The CPIM delegation urged investigators to determine whether others had participated in the killings and ensure that no one responsible escaped legal action.
The party leaders also emphasised that the investigation must establish the facts and lead to justice for the victims’ family.
Demand for Increased Police Patrolling
The CPIM delegation raised concerns about maintaining peace and order in the area following the double murder.
The leaders urged the police to increase patrolling to prevent further disturbances and reassure residents. They stressed that the authorities must take appropriate steps to preserve law and order.
At the same time, the delegation cautioned against harassing innocent people during the investigation. It called on the police to focus on identifying the actual perpetrators and gathering evidence rather than targeting individuals without sufficient grounds.
The leaders said a fair investigation and responsible policing were essential to ensure justice and maintain public confidence.
Police Assure Delegation of Impartial Investigation
Officer-in-Charge Meena Debbarma assured the CPIM delegation that the authorities would take all necessary measures to conduct an impartial investigation.
She also assured the leaders that the police would pursue strict legal action against those found guilty.
The CM’s directive and the CPIM delegation’s demands have both underscored the need for a thorough investigation into the killing of the two brothers.
এই ঘটনায় পুলিশ ইতিমধ্যেই প্রধান অভিযুক্তকে গ্রেফতার করেছে।
— CMO Tripura (@tripura_cmo) October 21, 2026
With the prime accused already arrested, the investigation will need to establish whether anyone else was involved and ensure that the evidence supports appropriate legal action.
The victims’ family and local residents await further developments as the police continue their probe.