Amra Bangali Party Alleges Tipra Motha Founder Pradyot Kishore is Trying to Spark 1980- Like Riots in Tripura

By Our Correspondent

Agartala, September 10, 2025

A fresh political controversy has erupted in Tripura after Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Debbarma, speaking at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, declared himself the original landowner of Agartala, Teliamura, and Kanchanpur. The statement has triggered sharp criticism, with Amra Bangali leaders accusing Debbarma of attempting to rekindle ethnic tensions reminiscent of the 1980 riots.

Reacting strongly, Amra Bangali state secretary Gauranga Rudra Pal, addressing the media in front of the party office in Agartala, alleged that Pradyot Kishore was deliberately creating a divisive environment between tribals and non-tribals. He warned that if any communal unrest breaks out, responsibility will lie with Debbarma and his supporters in both Tripura and Delhi.

Under the guise of tribal development, what he is actually doing is serving his own interests and those of his family. His recent remarks have only deepened bitterness among communities, Rudra Pal charged.

He further questioned BJP MP Kriti Singh’s participation in what he described as a hate-driven agenda against Tripura’s Bengali community. Why is the BJP leadership silent on such anti-bengali and anti-Tripura remarks? Why are they not condemning Pradyot Kishore’s statements? he asked.

The controversy erupted after Debbarma told a gathering in Delhi, 'I am the owner of Teliamura, Kanchanpur, and Agartala,' adding that he would intensify his struggle for tribal rights. His remarks quickly went viral, drawing both applause from supporters and condemnation from citizens who labeled it hate speech.

The Delhi demonstration, described as peaceful, saw chants of Bobagra Long Live with participation from senior Tipra Motha leaders. David Murasing, another Tipra Motha figure, reiterated the demand for safeguarding indigenous rights and warned against illegal migration.

Political analysts believe Debbarma’s renewed push on original ownership of land is likely to reshape debates on identity and governance in the state, but they caution that escalating rhetoric could destabilize peace and harmony if left unchecked.

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