Manik Sarkar Accuses BJP of Vote Looting and Large-Scale Violence in Tripura By-Polls

Former Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar has publicly accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of looting votes and orchestrating large‑scale violence during the recent by‑polls in the state.

Sarkar said that the BJP’s campaign involved intimidation and coercion, leading to widespread voter suppression and violent incidents.

The by‑polls, held to fill vacant seats after the resignation of elected representatives, are seen as a barometer of public sentiment ahead of the next general elections.

The BJP has not yet issued a formal response to the allegations, and the Election Commission is reviewing the reports of irregularities.