Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha calls accountability the foundation of democracy, stressing transparency, integrity, corruption-free governance, and digital engagement at a landmark Agartala seminar focused on strengthening people-centric democratic institutions and public representatives’ responsibility.
Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Friday said that protecting the dignity of the people, maintaining personal integrity, standing beside citizens in times of need, and ensuring full accountability in public service define the true identity of a public representative.
He described accountability as the foundation of democracy.
Addressing a seminar on the responsibility and accountability of public representatives towards the people in Agartala, the Chief Minister termed the initiative a historic milestone aimed at making democracy more transparent, strong, and people-centric.
He said earning the trust of the people and honouring that trust is the highest commitment of any public representative, and that democracy flourishes when built on the foundations of ethics, transparency, and accountability.
He noted that India is the world’s largest democracy and said the country’s prestige has significantly increased on the global stage under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He added that safeguarding and strengthening this honour is the responsibility of every public representative.
The Chief Minister emphasised that the Constitution guarantees citizens their rights and freedoms, and protecting its values and spirit is a moral duty. He said the role of public representatives does not end with elections but requires continuous engagement with people, listening to their concerns, and ensuring timely solutions.
He also stressed that people are aware and observant, and the true success of public representatives lies not in winning elections alone but in uplifting marginalised sections and ensuring welfare for the weaker sections. Maintaining integrity, ensuring corruption-free governance, and objectively evaluating one’s work are essential, he added. He said the real strength of public representatives lies not in their position but in the trust they earn from the people.
Highlighting the Digital India era, the Chief Minister said technology has created vast opportunities for direct communication with citizens. Sharing information about development projects and welfare schemes through digital platforms enhances transparency and strengthens public confidence in governance.
He also elaborated on the objectives and functioning of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) and urged public representatives to play responsible roles in their respective constituencies.
Referring to the Prime Minister’s vision of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vishwas, and Sabka Prayas,” the Chief Minister said building a developed India requires the creation of a developed Tripura through collective effort, mutual trust, and transparent cooperation.
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He expressed hope that the seminar would provide clearer understanding of responsibility and accountability among public representatives and serve as a milestone in strengthening transparent and people-centric democracy.
