Tripura Speaker Biswabandhu Sen was hospitalized after collapsing at Agartala Railway Station due to an internal brain haemorrhage. He underwent emergency surgery in Agartala. Chief Minister Manik Saha and political leaders expressed prayers for his speedy recovery, invoking blessings for his return to public service.
The political fraternity in Tripura was left in shock on Friday evening after the Hon’ble Speaker of the Tripura Legislative Assembly, Biswabandhu Sen, was rushed to the hospital following a sudden health emergency at Agartala Railway Station.
According to initial reports, the incident occurred between 6:00 pm and 6:15 pm when the Speaker was preparing to travel to Dharmanagar by train. After arriving at the station, Mr. Sen boarded the B1 coach of the train. Shortly after, he went to the toilet, where he reportedly fell unconscious.
Fellow passengers and railway staff acted swiftly to rescue him. He was immediately rushed to Tripura Medical College in Hapania for urgent medical attention. Preliminary medical examinations suggested that the Speaker might have suffered a cerebral attack. Further diagnostic tests revealed an internal brain haemorrhage, a serious condition that required immediate surgical intervention.
Chief Minister Rushed to the Hospital
Upon receiving the news, Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha personally visited Tripura Medical College to check on the Speaker’s condition. In an official social media statement, the Chief Minister confirmed:
“He was immediately shifted to Tripura Medical College, where medical examination revealed an internal brain haemorrhage. Doctors have advised immediate surgery.”
The CM also expressed his deep concern and extended his prayers for Mr. Sen’s speedy recovery, invoking the blessings of Maa Tripurasundari for his health and strength. “May God bless him with strength, and I pray for his speedy and complete recovery,” Dr. Saha wrote.
Shift to Private Hospital and Surgery
Following medical consultations, Mr. Sen was shifted from Tripura Medical College to a private hospital in Agartala for further treatment. Sources confirmed that he underwent surgery to address the haemorrhage. While official updates on his current condition remain awaited, medical experts have stated that the coming hours will be critical for his recovery.
Political Leaders Unite in Support
Minister Tinku Roy, among other prominent leaders, expressed his heartfelt prayers for the Speaker’s wellbeing. In a social media message written in Bengali, Roy said:
“In this critical time, I pray at the feet of Maa Tripurasundari for his speedy recovery and wish that he regains the strength to return to public service in good health.”
Across party lines, politicians, colleagues, and citizens have been sending wishes and prayers for the Speaker’s health, reflecting his respected standing in Tripura’s political landscape.
Public Reaction and Concern
News of the Speaker’s hospitalization has sparked widespread concern across the state. Social media platforms have been flooded with messages from well-wishers, political figures, and ordinary citizens alike. Many recalled Mr. Sen’s active engagement with public issues and praised his dedication to serving the people of Tripura.
Mr. Sen, known for his approachable nature and consistent presence in public life, has been a key figure in Tripura’s legislative process. His sudden health crisis has cast a shadow over the state’s political activities, with many events and meetings likely to be adjusted as leaders focus on his recovery.
Looking Ahead
Doctors have emphasized that post-surgery recovery for a brain haemorrhage is a delicate process requiring close monitoring and rehabilitation. The Speaker’s health will continue to be closely watched, with updates expected in the coming days.
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For now, the state’s focus remains united on one goal — seeing Biswabandhu Sen make a full recovery and return to his duties as the presiding officer of the Tripura Legislative Assembly.
