Alliance Tensions Explode. CM, Motha Leaders Visits Khumulwng
- By Thetripurapost Desk, Khumulwang
- Nov 21, 2025
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Tripura Chief Minister Professor Dr. Manik Saha on Friday strongly condemned the political violence in Khumulwng, stating that such incidents are undesirable and a reminder of the political culture that has historically existed in states once governed by the Left.
The Chief Minister visited Khumulwng earlier in the day to inspect the vandalized BJP Mandal office and the house of local resident Mita Debbarma, which had reportedly been attacked and looted by miscreants allegedly linked to Tipra Motha. After reviewing the situation on the ground, he expressed deep dissatisfaction and asserted that the government would not tolerate “political terrorism and arson imported from communist politics.”
Speaking to reporters at the site, Dr. Saha said:
“The arson at the BJP party office and the loot and attack on the home of Mita Debbarma is highly condemnable. Our party and government will not allow this culture of violence to continue. Everyone has the right to pursue politics, but no one has the right to burn offices or destroy people’s homes.”
He further appealed to political rivals to return to a democratic path, saying that the people of Tripura do not accept politics of “violence, fear, and jungle rule,” asserting that even states like Bihar do not witness such confrontational politics today. The Chief Minister also confirmed that the administration would initiate legal action against those responsible.
Tipra Motha Delegation Blames BJP
Later in the afternoon, a delegation from Tipra Motha—including Minister Animesh Debbarma and former minister Mebar Kumar Jamatia—also visited the affected area. The party accused the BJP of triggering the clash and alleged that Motha workers were assaulted in the presence of police personnel, who they claimed failed to intervene.
Alliance Under Strain, But No Break Signals Yet
The conflict between the coalition partners has been simmering publicly for several months, with both parties regularly trading accusations while denying responsibility. Despite repeated incidents and allegations, neither side has indicated any intention of withdrawing from the alliance, nor has any formal disciplinary action been taken from either camp.
This prolonged tension within the ruling coalition has sparked widespread discussion in political circles, raising questions about the stability and future trajectory of the alliance as Tripura returns to another phase of heightened political polarization.