Tripura BJP State President Abhishek Debroy has rejected allegations that CPI(M) candidates faced obstruction while filing nomination papers for the upcoming urban local body elections. He accused the opposition party of blaming the BJP for its own organisational weaknesses and lack of grassroots support. Debroy claimed that CPI(M) candidates had successfully filed nominations in several areas, including Belonia, Udaipur, Sonamura and Melaghar.
He also said the BJP government and police were ready to provide security escorts to opposition candidates wherever necessary. Meanwhile, he urged BJP candidates and party workers to focus on public service, humility and accountability during the municipal election campaign.
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Key Facts About the Tripura ULB Election Controversy
- BJP leader: Abhishek Debroy, Tripura BJP State President.
- Election: Upcoming urban local body elections in Tripura.
- Main issue: Allegations that CPI(M) candidates faced obstruction during nomination filing.
- BJP’s response: Debroy rejected the allegations and blamed CPI(M)’s organisational weaknesses.
- Areas mentioned: Teliamura, Belonia, Udaipur, Sonamura, Melaghar, Jirania, Majlishpur and Ranirbazar.
- BJP’s message: Candidates and workers should prioritise public service and remain accountable to residents.
Abhishek Debroy Rejects CPI(M)’s Allegations
Speaking to the media on Saturday, Abhishek Debroy strongly denied claims that the BJP prevented CPI(M) candidates from submitting nomination papers in several parts of Tripura.
He accused the opposition party of spreading what he described as false allegations to create a negative public perception of the ruling party. Debroy called the CPI(M)’s approach a “Goebbelsian tactic” and argued that the party was using political accusations to hide its organisational problems.
The BJP state president maintained that the government and police were prepared to help opposition candidates who needed security during the nomination process.
BJP Cites Teliamura, Belonia and Udaipur
Debroy referred to Teliamura, claiming that the BJP had even arranged police escorts for opposition candidates in the area.
He questioned why the police should be blamed if the CPI(M) could not arrange people to accompany its candidates. He also argued that the party had successfully submitted nomination papers in Belonia and Udaipur without facing obstruction from the BJP.
Furthermore, he mentioned Sonamura and Melaghar, where CPI(M) candidates had also reportedly filed nominations.
Debroy questioned why the opposition party could complete the process in these locations but faced difficulties in five other areas.
BJP Chief Blames CPI(M)’s Organisational Weakness
Referring to Jirania, Majlishpur and Ranirbazar, Debroy alleged that CPI(M) leaders had lost contact with their grassroots workers.
He claimed that the party was presenting its organisational weaknesses and declining public support as political victimisation by the BJP.
Taking a swipe at senior CPI(M) leader Manik Sarkar, Debroy advised opposition leaders to spend more time among rural residents instead of remaining limited to urban political centres.
He urged CPI(M) leaders to stay in their constituencies, reconnect with local people and rebuild their organisation through direct public engagement.
“Go and stay in Majlishpur and organise the people. If the leader is present among the people, party workers will also gain courage,” he remarked.
Debroy also claimed that voters had become disillusioned with the CPI(M) because of its past record. He maintained that the BJP should not face blame if residents chose not to associate themselves with the opposition party.
Debroy Urges BJP Candidates to Focus on Public Service
Alongside his criticism of the CPI(M), the BJP state president delivered a message to party candidates and workers contesting the municipal elections.
He asked candidates who receive party nominations, including those contesting for councillor and Nagar Panchayat positions, to remain accessible to residents.
Debroy stressed that public representatives must treat people with respect and maintain humility and accountability. He said the party should strengthen its organisation through public service rather than focusing only on electoral victories.
He also called on BJP workers to improve their conduct and follow the direction and vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Questions and Answers
Q1. Who rejected the allegations against the BJP in Tripura?
Tripura BJP State President Abhishek Debroy rejected the allegations made by the CPI(M).
Q2. What were the allegations?
The CPI(M) alleged that its candidates faced obstruction while attempting to file nomination papers in several areas.
Q3. Which areas did Debroy mention?
He referred to Teliamura, Belonia, Udaipur, Sonamura, Melaghar, Jirania, Majlishpur and Ranirbazar.
Q4. What did Debroy say about police security?
He claimed that the government and police were ready to provide escorts to opposition candidates when necessary.
Q5. What message did he give BJP candidates?
He urged candidates and party workers to prioritise public service, humility, respect for residents and accountability.
Political Significance for Tripura
The exchange highlights growing political tensions ahead of Tripura’s urban local body elections. With the BJP and CPI(M) trading allegations over the nomination process, the conduct of the election and the participation of candidates remain important political issues across the state. The contest could also test the organisational strength of both ruling and opposition parties in Tripura’s municipalities.