{"id":20441,"date":"2026-04-10T13:51:37","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T13:51:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aguli.in\/?p=20441"},"modified":"2026-04-10T15:17:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T15:17:52","slug":"ttaadc-manik-saha-eyes-clean-sweep-of-28-seats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aguli.in\/index.php\/2026\/04\/10\/ttaadc-manik-saha-eyes-clean-sweep-of-28-seats\/","title":{"rendered":"TTAADC: Manik Saha Eyes Clean Sweep of 28 Seats"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In the final phase of campaigning for the upcoming Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections, Chief Minister Manik Saha intensified the Bharatiya Janata Party\u2019s outreach with a series of high-energy rallies across South Tripura, drawing significant participation from tribal communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Addressing large gatherings at Madhyapathalia School Ground in Birchandranagar, as well as in Mungiakami and Kalacherra, Saha struck an aggressive tone, asserting that those who have \u201cplayed with the emotions of the tribal people\u201d would be decisively rejected at the ballot box. He expressed confidence that the BJP would secure all 28 seats in the council, reinforcing what he termed a \u201ctriple-engine government\u201d to accelerate development in tribal areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlighting the BJP\u2019s organizational strength, the Chief Minister contrasted it with what he described as the fragmented and weakened opposition. He lauded party workers for their extensive grassroots efforts, including rallies, booth-level meetings, and door-to-door campaigns, stating that the election atmosphere resembled a vibrant \u201cfestival of democracy\u201d among BJP supporters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rallies were held in support of party candidates Abhijit Tripura (27-East Muhuripur Buratali), Komjong Mog (28-Shilachhari Manubankul), and Sanjib Reang (26-Birchandranagar Kalasi). In the 2021 ADC elections, the BJP had won two of these three seats, while Pradyot Kishore Deb Barma-led Tipra Motha secured one. Observers believe a similar contest may unfold this time, though the BJP is making an aggressive push to win all three constituencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, opposition parties have also stepped up their campaigns. Pradyot Kishore Deb Barma has been drawing large tribal crowds, focusing on themes of dignity, unity, and employment for future generations, while cautioning voters against the BJP\u2019s alleged \u201cmoney and muscle power.\u201d On the other hand, CPI(M) state secretary Jitendra Chaudhury accused the ruling party of relying on \u201cjumla and deception,\u201d urging voters to bring back Left governance in the ADC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With polling day approaching, the political battle in Tripura\u2019s tribal belt has intensified, with the BJP banking on development promises and organizational strength, while Tipra Motha and CPI(M) seek to consolidate support among indigenous communities, setting the stage for a closely fought electoral contest.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the final phase of campaigning for the upcoming Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections, Chief Minister Manik Saha intensified the Bharatiya Janata Party\u2019s outreach with a series of high-energy rallies across South Tripura, drawing significant participation from tribal communities. 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