Pradyot Hold Key Talks With CM Saha Amid Alliance Strain

• By Thetripurapost Desk, Agartala
• Nov 07, 2025
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In a significant political development, Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha and Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Debbarma met for a closed-door discussion at the Chief Minister’s official residence on Friday evening. The high-level dialogue, held amid rising tensions within the BJP–Tipra alliance, has triggered fresh speculation of a possible rapprochement ahead of next year’s TTAADC and village committee elections.

According to sources, the meeting lasted for over an hour and revolved around issues concerning tribal welfare, administrative cooperation within the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), and the fulfilment of pre-election promises. Both leaders reportedly emphasized the need for sustained communication and development-oriented politics.

Dr. Saha, known for his patient and consensus-driven leadership, reiterated the government’s commitment to inclusive growth. “We are always ready for dialogue. The aim is to work together for the betterment of all communities,” he is believed to have told Pradyot.

Pradyot, who has consistently championed the rights of Tripura’s indigenous population, expressed optimism about meaningful action following the discussion. “Promises must translate into reality. Our people expect sincerity, not symbolism,” he was quoted as saying by a party insider.

Political observers view the meeting as a timely initiative to prevent further cracks in the ruling alliance. “If this dialogue yields trust, it could alter the state’s political narrative ahead of the polls,” noted political analyst Suman Debbarma.

For the people of Tripura, weary of political turbulence, the meeting represents a flicker of renewed hope — that cooperation might triumph over conflict, and that leadership might once again rise above rhetoric to deliver on the promises of progress.