AGARTALA|NOVEMBER 3, 2025 |SKY LINK TIMES|
Tipra Motha Rally November 7 plan in Agartala
The Tripura Police have denied permission to the Youth Front of the Tipra Motha, known as the Youth Tipra Federation (YTF), to hold a planned mass rally in Agartala on November 7, citing safety, crowd management, and venue constraints.
In an official letter, the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of Sadar (Agartala) informed the organisers that the Vivekananda Mini Stadium, the proposed venue, was partially occupied by an International Expo, leaving insufficient space for a large public gathering.
“Risk of Stampede and Property Damage,” Says Police
According to the letter, the rally could create severe congestion and raise the risk of a stampede, especially given the limited area available. The authorities further noted that the Expo setup could be damaged in case of crowd overflow.
The SDPO added that the denial was made “in the interest of public safety” to prevent harm to “men, women, and children” and to avoid a “chaotic situation.”
Violence in Several Districts Reviewed Before Decision
Sources in the state administration said that the decision followed intelligence inputs and reviews of recent incidents of violence in Takarjala, Jampuijala, Sidhai, Khowai, and Santirbazar, reportedly involving Tipra Motha supporters.
Officials said the assessment was made at the highest levels of government to ensure that law and order remain stable ahead of the festive season.
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Opposition Voices Concern Over Rising Tensions
Earlier, Congress leader and former minister Sudip Roy Barman urged the Tripura government to deny permission for the rally. He warned that the Tipra Motha’s “contentious demands” could inflame existing tensions and “harm social harmony.”
While the Youth Tipra Federation (YTF) has not yet issued an official statement in response to the police’s decision, insiders said discussions are ongoing within the organisation on whether to appeal or hold alternative demonstrations.
Background: Tipra Motha’s Influence in Tripura Politics
The Tipra Motha Party, founded by Pradyot Bikram Manikya Deb Barma, has emerged as a key regional force, particularly among the indigenous communities of Tripura. Its demand for ‘Greater Tipraland’, a separate administrative area for the state’s tribal population, has been a contentious political issue in recent years.
What Lies Ahead
As Tripura braces for possible political reactions, police sources have confirmed heightened vigilance and deployment in sensitive areas across the state to prevent any untoward incidents.
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