Agartala | February 17,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES
TWJA New Executive Committee 2026-28 Announced:
The Tripura Working Journalists Association (TWJA), one of the leading representative bodies of media professionals in the state, has officially constituted its new State Executive Committee for the 2026–27 and 2027–28 terms. The announcement followed the Bi-ennial General Meeting held at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Youth Hostel in Agartala on Saturday.
According to an official media communiqué issued by the association, the election process was conducted in accordance with Rules 40 and 54 of the amended constitution. The detailed election schedule had been notified earlier on January 12, 2026. After completion of the electoral process, the Returning Officer formally declared the names of the newly elected office bearers and executive members.
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Bijoy Paul Elected President Unopposed
Bijoy Paul has been elected as the President of TWJA unopposed, reflecting broad consensus within the association.
Ashit Baran Ghosh and Pratap Banik were elected as Vice Presidents without contest, while Sunil Debnath secured the post of General Secretary, also unopposed.
Among other key office bearers, Suman Mahalanabish and Meghdhan Deb were elected as Assistant Secretaries. Tanmoy Banik was elected as Office Secretary and Subhash Ghosh as Treasurer, both unopposed.
The largely uncontested elections indicate unity among members of the media fraternity in the state.
Executive Members Represent Wide Media Spectrum
The newly formed executive committee includes several senior and active journalists as Executive Members. Those elected include Ashim Das, Anupam Paul, Bhupal Chakraborty, Badal Chandra Das, Buddha Bhusan Dey Sarkar, Bishnu Pada Banik, Bhabatosh Ghosh, Debashis Datta, Mohd. Nurul Haque, Pijush Saha, Samanta Kr. Debbarman, Swapan Chandra Das, and Sudhu Das Baishnab, among others.
Most members were elected unopposed, highlighting consensus-driven leadership within the association.
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Focus on Unity, Digital Transition and Press Freedom
The formation of the new executive committee comes at a crucial time for the media fraternity in Tripura. Journalists across print, electronic, websites, and digital media platforms are navigating rapid changes in the media landscape.
With the growing influence of digital platforms and evolving challenges related to press freedom, ethical reporting, and professional welfare, the newly elected leadership is expected to prioritize strengthening unity among journalists.
The association is also likely to focus on addressing professional concerns, safeguarding journalists’ rights, and promoting responsible journalism across the state.
As Tripura’s media ecosystem continues to evolve, the 2026–28 TWJA leadership will play a significant role in shaping policies and advocacy efforts aimed at protecting journalistic standards and supporting media professionals.
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