Tripura Deputy Speaker Ram Prasad Paul donates his entire MLA salary and allowances to party workers, calling organisation the party’s strength and workers its foundation, highlighting grassroots commitment and leadership accountability.
Tripura Legislative Assembly Deputy Speaker Ram Prasad Paul announced on Monday that he has decided to donate his entire salary and official allowances for the benefit of party workers from his constituency.
The announcement was made public through his official social media handle, where the senior legislator shared an emotional message acknowledging the contribution of party workers who have stood by him throughout his political journey. According to Paul, the decision reflects his deep respect and gratitude towards those who worked tirelessly at the grassroots level to strengthen the party and ensure electoral success.
“I have donated my whole salary and allowance in the honour of the party workers of my constituency. More than 1,200 workers of this constituency had stayed with me throughout the thick and thin. They helped to achieve where I stand today. I extend my gratitude to them,” the Deputy Speaker wrote in his post.
Paul further emphasised the importance of organisational unity, describing the organisation as the real strength of the party and the party workers as its foundation. He noted that elected representatives and leaders rise on the unwavering dedication, sacrifices, and discipline of workers who often operate away from the public spotlight.
Political observers see this move as a rare example of direct financial support for party workers by a constitutional office bearer. The decision has been widely appreciated within party circles, with many workers describing it as a morale-boosting step that recognises their long-standing efforts at booth-level management, public outreach, and organisational coordination.
Senior party leaders have also praised the Deputy Speaker’s initiative, stating that such actions reinforce trust between leadership and grassroots workers. They believe the gesture will further strengthen organisational cohesion and motivate workers ahead of upcoming political challenges.
The donation is expected to be utilised for welfare measures, organisational activities, and support initiatives aimed at party workers in the constituency. While the Deputy Speaker did not specify the exact distribution mechanism, sources indicated that the process would be carried out transparently and collectively.
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Ram Prasad Paul has been known for maintaining close contact with party workers and constituents, often highlighting the importance of discipline, unity, and service-oriented politics. His latest decision adds to his image as a leader who prioritises organisational values over personal gain.
As politics increasingly focuses on leadership accountability and grassroots empowerment, this move by the Deputy Speaker has sparked discussions across Tripura’s political landscape, setting an example of symbolic yet impactful leadership rooted in gratitude and collective strength.
