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Tripura Opposition Leader Jitendra Chaudhury Arrested in Delhi, Declares Modi Government’s Downfall Begins
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 03:03 PM
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Tripura’s Leader of Opposition, Jitendra Chaudhury, was taken into custody in Delhi today. He has warned that the Modi government’s downfall will start from this day.
In a move that has attracted national attention, Jitendra Chaudhury, the Leader of Opposition in Tripura, was arrested by Delhi police early this morning. The arrest followed a series of protests and political rallies organised by the opposition in the capital.
Chaudhury, a senior figure in the Indian National Congress, used the occasion to issue a stark warning, stating that the downfall of the Modi government would commence from today. His statement was broadcast across multiple media platforms and has sparked widespread debate.
The arrest was carried out under provisions of the Public Order Act, with authorities citing alleged violations of the law during recent demonstrations. Chaudhury’s supporters claim the action is politically motivated.
The Delhi Police have not yet released details of the charges against Chaudhury. The opposition party has called for a review of the arrest and has urged the central government to ensure a fair legal process.
The incident has intensified discussions about political dissent and the rule of law in India, with leaders from both sides of the political spectrum weighing in on the implications for democratic governance.
Chaudhury, a senior figure in the Indian National Congress, used the occasion to issue a stark warning, stating that the downfall of the Modi government would commence from today. His statement was broadcast across multiple media platforms and has sparked widespread debate.
The arrest was carried out under provisions of the Public Order Act, with authorities citing alleged violations of the law during recent demonstrations. Chaudhury’s supporters claim the action is politically motivated.
The Delhi Police have not yet released details of the charges against Chaudhury. The opposition party has called for a review of the arrest and has urged the central government to ensure a fair legal process.
The incident has intensified discussions about political dissent and the rule of law in India, with leaders from both sides of the political spectrum weighing in on the implications for democratic governance.