In a scathing criticism, Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, the former Chairman of TIPRA Motha, has taken a strong stance against the Communist Party of India (Marxist),

 

In a scathing criticism, Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, the former Chairman of TIPRA Motha, has taken a strong stance against the Communist Party of India (Marxist), or CPIM, for their opposition to the bandh organized by Tipra Motha. The bandh aimed to emphasize the pressing need for a constitutional solution to address the concerns of Tripura's indigenous people.

Pradyot did not hold back as he criticized the CPIM, a party that had wielded power in the state for an extended period, accusing it of contributing to the impoverishment of the indigenous communities in Tripura. This controversy arises as Tipra Motha, a regional political entity, advocates for the rights and aspirations of the indigenous population.

"When Tipra Motha announced a strike for September 30, the CPIM raised its voice in protest. During elections, they urged us not to field candidates for the sake of opposition unity. However, when we raised our voices for the rights of indigenous people, the CPIM hastily called a press conference to oppose the bandh. Do they wish to subdue us? Is their aim to stifle our voices? We will engage with Delhi to assert our rights, standing firm in our position. The CPIM may perceive our struggle as a political matter, but it transcends politics. This is a battle for the future and the well-being of our future generations," Pradyot asserted.

He further highlighted that the CPIM had held a lengthy period of governance in the state but had purportedly neglected the plight of the indigenous population.

"What have we achieved during their tenure? Poverty, a shortage of teachers in our schools, and the denial of permission to conduct exams in our native Kokborok language. Our pleas for assistance from the police have fallen on deaf ears. While we may hold power in name, we lack real influence, as seen in states like Mizoram, Nagaland, and Meghalaya. In my view, the CPIM has rendered us powerless and marginalized the indigenous communities of our state. We will unite to convey our message to Delhi with a single voice. If the CPIM chooses to oppose us, so be it. I will demonstrate who the true champion is," emphasized Debbarma."