Tipra Motha Party rallies at Unakoti District demanding action on illegal entry in Tripura and submits a memorandum to Tripura CM demanding immediate identification and deportation of illegal immigrants from Tripura, citing threats to indigenous rights.
Kailashahar (Tripura) Jun 13: Amid growing concerns over illegal immigration, the Unakoti District Committee of the Tipra Motha party on Friday submitted a memorandum to Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha through the District Magistrate of Unakoti, demanding the immediate identification and deportation of unauthorized entrants residing in the state.
The party alleged that illegal immigrants—including Rohingyas from Bangladesh—have been entering Tripura and gradually occupying local resources, thereby depriving the indigenous population of their rightful access to government welfare schemes, education, employment, and land rights.
Ahead of the deputation, hundreds of Tipra Motha workers and supporters converged at the Gournagar Block Office from various parts of Unakoti district. From there, they initiated a rally toward the District Magistrate’s office. However, security personnel halted the procession roughly 100 meters before reaching the destination, citing precautionary measures.
Subsequently, a delegation led by MDCs Dhirendra Debbarma and Rabindra Debbarma met with District Magistrate Dr. Tamal Majumdar and formally submitted the memorandum addressed to the Chief Minister. Party leaders Ranjan Sinha, Biresh Debbarma, and Unakoti district YTF President Anukul Debbarma were also part of the deputation.
Unable to reach the DM’s office premises, Tipra Motha supporters held a symbolic road meeting in front of the temporary police barricade. Addressing the gathering, MDC Dhirendra Debbarma and other party leaders reiterated their demand for the state government to take immediate and concrete action to identify and expel illegal immigrants from Tripura.
“The unchecked influx of illegal entrants is threatening the socio-economic fabric of the state,” said Anukul Debbarma, speaking to reporters after the memorandum was submitted. “They are snatching away the rights and opportunities meant for the indigenous people of Tripura. The government must act swiftly to safeguard the interests of its citizens.”
To maintain law and order, a large contingent of security forces—including Tripura Police, Tripura State Rifles (TSR), and central paramilitary personnel—was deployed in and around the DM office premises throughout the event.
Tipra Motha leaders warned that failure on the part of the state government to take prompt action would compel the party to launch a widespread agitation across Tripura in the coming days. “This is not just a political issue, it is a question of identity, survival, and justice for the indigenous people of the state,” said a party spokesperson.
The situation remains tense yet peaceful, with party members stating that they are prepared to escalate their democratic movement if their demands are not met in the near future.
