BJP ally TMP stages protest in Delhi seeking tripartite accord execution, push back of migrants
Tripura’s Tipra Motha Party Stages Big Protest in Delhi for Tribal Rights
Tribal leaders from Tripura’s Tipra Motha Party (TMP) took to the streets of New Delhi on Tuesday, holding a lively demonstration to push for their key demands. As a key ally of the ruling BJP in Tripura, TMP wants the government to act fast on the Tiprasa Accord, deport illegal immigrants, and give constitutional status to Greater Tipraland. This protest wrapped up an epic 2,500 km ‘Pedal Yatra’ foot march led by young tribal activist David Murasing, who trekked all the way from Tripura to the capital.
The event happened near the famous Jantar Mantar spot, drawing crowds of supporters chanting for tribal rights and indigenous community issues. TMP chief Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma led the charge, joined by big names like his sister and BJP MP Kriti Devi Debbarman. Other speakers included former Meghalaya Minister James Sangma from the National People’s Party (NPP) and ex-Nagaland Minister Mmhonlumo Kikon, who’s now a BJP national spokesperson. MLAs from Nagaland and Tripura, plus members of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), fired up the crowd with passionate speeches.
Debbarma didn’t hold back on his frustration. "We’ve waited 18 months for the tripartite Tiprasa Accord, signed on March 2 last year between the Centre, Tripura government, and TMP. The Central government has been helpful, but some local leaders in Tripura keep throwing roadblocks," he said. He warned that TMP’s patience is wearing thin and announced a massive statewide movement next month to rally people from all political sides for the cause of Tripura’s indigenous tribal people.
Back in Agartala, things heated up too. Torch rallies lit up every block in Tripura on the same day, showing strong solidarity for the TMP demands. A big one kicked off from Swami Vivekananda Stadium, pulling in tribal youths, TMP MLAs, TTAADC members, and loads of supporters. No party flags waved—only the Indian national flag—to keep the focus on unity. Protesters shouted slogans urging Union Home Minister Amit Shah to speed up the Tiprasa Accord implementation, kick out illegal immigrants from Tripura, grant autonomy and constitutional recognition for Greater Tipraland, and finally hold the delayed Village Committee elections in TTAADC areas.
This all stems from a game-changing shift in Tripura politics last year. After tough talks and signing the tripartite agreement, TMP—with its 13 MLAs—joined the BJP-led government on March 7. Two TMP leaders, Animesh Debbarma and Brishaketu Debbarma, even became ministers under Chief Minister Manik Saha. TMP already runs the crucial 30-member TTAADC, which covers two-thirds of Tripura’s 10,491 sq km land and serves over 12.16 lakh people, with 84% being tribals.
These protests highlight the ongoing fight for tribal rights in Tripura, putting pressure on the government to deliver on promises. As TMP ramps up its campaign, all eyes are on how this could shape the future for indigenous communities in the Northeast.
