Tripura Leader of the Opposition and CPI(M) state secretary Jitendra Chaudhury on September 10 alleged that party-backed candidates faced pressure and threats ahead of the upcoming Village Committee elections under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). The polls will take place on September 28 across the state.
Chaudhury alleged that workers linked to the BJP and Tipra Motha were trying to discourage some candidates from contesting. He also claimed that political differences had emerged between BJP and Tipra Motha workers at the grassroots level. The allegations come as political activity increases across the TTAADC area.
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Key Facts
- Location: Tripura, including Rupaichari in South Tripura
- Election date: September 28, 2026
- Election: TTAADC Village Committee elections
- Village Committees: 587
- Constituencies: 2,634
- Total seats: 4,597
- CPI(M) leader: Jitendra Chaudhury
- Nomination deadline: September 8
- Scrutiny: September 9
- Withdrawal deadline: September 11
CPI(M) Raises Allegations
Jitendra Chaudhury raised the allegations after visiting Rupaichari block under the Sabroom subdivision in South Tripura.
He claimed that CPI(M)-backed candidates were facing pressure to withdraw from the election. He also alleged that some party workers had received threats.
According to Chaudhury, the CPI(M) has received a positive response from voters in the area. He said women and young people were also showing interest in participating in the democratic process.
Allegations Against BJP and Tipra Motha Workers
Chaudhury alleged that Tipra Motha was trying to discourage candidates backed by other political parties from contesting the Village Committee polls.
He claimed that such efforts aimed to establish political dominance over the Village Committees. However, these remain allegations made by the CPI(M), and the concerned parties’ responses were not included in the statement provided.
Differences Within Alliance
Chaudhury also claimed that BJP and Tipra Motha workers were competing against each other in some wards despite the two parties contesting the elections as allies.
He said both parties had fielded candidates in several wards of Rupaichari block. This, according to him, has created competition between their local-level workers.
CPI(M) Says Candidates Will Not Withdraw
The CPI(M) leader said his party’s candidates would not be intimidated by pressure or threats.
He also said the party had brought the matter to the attention of the administration. Chaudhury stressed that voters and candidates should be able to participate in elections without intimidation.
He argued that political parties should rely on democratic competition rather than pressure to influence candidates.
Village Committee Elections on September 28
The upcoming elections will cover 587 Village Committees, with voting taking place across 2,634 constituencies for 4,597 seats.
The nomination process ended on September 8, while officials completed scrutiny on September 9. Candidates can withdraw their nominations until September 11.
The election campaign is expected to gain momentum as the September 28 polling date approaches.
Political Competition Intensifies in TTAADC Areas
The allegations have added to the political activity surrounding the Village Committee elections.
With several major political parties competing across the TTAADC area, local-level contests are expected to attract significant attention. The elections will determine representatives in Village Committees that play an important role in local governance in tribal areas.
Questions and Answers
What happened in Tripura?
CPI(M) leader Jitendra Chaudhury alleged that party-backed candidates faced pressure and threats ahead of the Village Committee elections.
When will the Village Committee elections be held?
The elections are scheduled for September 28, 2026.
How many Village Committees will go to polls?
Elections will be held in 587 Village Committees.
How many seats are involved?
The elections cover 4,597 seats across 2,634 constituencies.
What did the CPI(M) allege?
The party alleged that BJP and Tipra Motha workers were pressuring some candidates and trying to discourage them from contesting.
Location Context
The TTAADC area in Tripura covers important tribal regions of the state, making the Village Committee elections significant for grassroots governance and political participation across Northeast India.