Former Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar criticizes BJP government over rising unemployment, poor governance, and weakening law and order at a CPIM rally in Dharmanagar ahead of the by-election, intensifying political tensions in the state.
In a political development ahead of the upcoming by-election in Dharmanagar, opposition party Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPIM) intensified its campaign with a large rally and public meeting held on Monday. The event saw participation from senior party leaders and supporters, marking a renewed push to challenge the ruling government.
The programme commenced around 11 am with a procession that began at the Dharmanagar Sub-Divisional Office. The rally moved through several key roads of the town before culminating at the northern bank of Kali Dighi, where a public meeting was organized. The gathering witnessed enthusiastic participation from party workers and local residents.
Former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar addressed the rally as the chief speaker. Several prominent leaders were present, including All India Democratic Women’s Association (AIDWA) leader Krishna Rakshit, Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) leader Amal Chakraborty, CPIM candidate Amitabha Datta, district secretary Abhijit De, and sub-divisional secretary Ratan Ray. Legislators and other senior functionaries from both district and state units also attended the meeting.
Addressing the gathering, Sarkar launched a sharp attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led state government. He alleged a steady deterioration in governance and highlighted what he described as a significant rise in unemployment across the state.
Sarkar claimed that joblessness had reached “record levels,” raising concerns about the economic stability of households. He also criticized the government’s administrative functioning, alleging that several departments were facing acute staff shortages, which in turn affected public service delivery.
The former chief minister further expressed concern over the alleged weakening of law and order in the state. According to him, common citizens were facing increasing difficulties in registering complaints at police stations, which he described as a serious threat to democratic functioning.
“In a democratic system, people should have unhindered access to justice and administrative services,” Sarkar said, emphasizing the importance of accountability and transparency in governance. He accused the current administration of failing to uphold these principles, thereby undermining public trust.
The rally is part of a broader campaign strategy by the CPIM to regain political ground in the state. With the by-election approaching, opposition leaders appear to be sharpening their criticism of the ruling dispensation, focusing on issues such as employment, governance, and public welfare.
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Political observers believe that such rallies could play a crucial role in shaping voter sentiment in the region. As campaigning intensifies, both the ruling party and the opposition are expected to escalate their outreach efforts, making the by-election a closely watched contest in Tripura’s political landscape.
