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**Summary:**

TIPRA Motha, a key ally of the ruling BJP in Tripura, has urged the Election Commission of India to implement a “Special Intensive Revision” (SIR) of electoral rolls in Tripura, similar to one conducted in Bihar. The party’s delegation, led by founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya, claims this is necessary to identify and deport illegal voters and prevent further marginalization of Tripura’s indigenous population. TIPRA Motha has been pushing for a “Greater Tipraland,” a separate state for the tribal population. While the party has gained support from indigenous communities, it faces criticism from opposition parties for not focusing on tribal development despite its position in the autonomous district council and the state government.

**News Article:**

**Tripura Ally TIPRA Motha Pushes for Electoral Roll Revision Amid Infiltration Concerns**

**Agartala, July 24, 2025** – TIPRA Motha, a crucial partner in Tripura’s ruling BJP coalition, is pressing the Election Commission of India (ECI) to undertake a comprehensive revision of electoral rolls in the state. The party is advocating for a “Special Intensive Revision” (SIR) mirroring a similar exercise conducted in Bihar.

A delegation led by TIPRA Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya met with ECI officials in New Delhi on Wednesday, arguing that the SIR is crucial to identify and address the issue of illegal voters within Tripura’s electoral system. Manikya emphasized the potential consequences of inaction, stating, “Tripura and the entire northeast would suffer if we stayed silent on the infiltration of foreigners.” He further warned that without appropriate measures, the indigenous population of Tripura will become further marginalized.

Ministers Animesh Debbarma and Brishaketu Debbarma, along with MLA Ranjit Debbarma, accompanied Manikya. The BJP has yet to comment on its alliance partner’s demands.

TIPRA Motha’s call for the SIR is rooted in concerns regarding alleged infiltration into Tripura, potentially impacting the demographic balance and political representation of the indigenous population, which comprises approximately 30-33% of the state’s inhabitants. The party has been advocating for “Greater Tipraland” which would create a new state for the tribal population.

While TIPRA Motha has found success in recent elections by focusing on tribal issues, it faces criticism from opposition parties like the CPI(M) and Congress, who claim the party has failed to address development issues for tribal communities, even as TIPRA Motha holds positions of power in the autonomous district council and as part of the state’s ruling coalition.

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