The Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) is grappling with a lack of financial support, which has severely impacted key development activities such as the renovation of roads, schools, hospitals, and other essential services. According to sources within TTAADC, the council has been struggling to meet its financial requirements due to insufficient funds allocated by the state.
In a recent conversation with high-ranking officials, it was revealed that the TTAADC provided Rs.75,000 each to 600 beneficiaries under the ‘Tipra Ham’ scheme, aimed at empowering tribal youth by helping them purchase autos. However, the scheme had no dedicated fund, and the money was sourced through local tax collection efforts.
Officials highlighted the need for urgent discussions between the state finance department and the CEO of TTAADC, especially during budget sanctions. A significant gap in fund disbursement from the state to the TTAADC has made it difficult to pay salaries and provide other facilities to the TTAADC officials. The lack of funds has also led to growing discontent among the tribal youth, as delays in handing over blocks to TTAADC and the lack of development have led to community friction.
Despite the state sanctioning Rs.420 crore for the TTAADC, the council has only received Rs.389 crore, leaving a shortfall of Rs.31 crore. Additionally, the TTAADC’s salary and pension requirements amount to Rs.516 crore, but the state’s allocation falls short, creating further challenges for the administration. High officials are urging the state government to address these issues promptly and release the remaining funds to support the council’s operations.
