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Tripura Congress chief warns BJP could lose power in fair civic polls
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 16 Nov 2026, 12:36 AM
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The president of the Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee said the BJP is unlikely to retain power if municipal elections are conducted fairly.
Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee president voiced a stark warning ahead of the upcoming municipal elections, stating that the Bharatiya Janata Party is unlikely to stay in power if the polls are conducted without bias. The comment was made during a press briefing in the state capital, where the Congress leader highlighted the importance of a level playing field for voters.
He argued that past elections have seen allegations of irregularities, and a transparent process could shift the political balance in favour of the opposition. The statement underscores the high stakes for the ruling party as it seeks to maintain its foothold in local bodies across Tripura.
Election officials have not yet confirmed the final schedule, but the Congress leader urged the Election Commission to ensure strict adherence to the code of conduct. Observers note that civic polls often serve as a barometer for broader state-level sentiment ahead of future assembly elections.
He argued that past elections have seen allegations of irregularities, and a transparent process could shift the political balance in favour of the opposition. The statement underscores the high stakes for the ruling party as it seeks to maintain its foothold in local bodies across Tripura.
Election officials have not yet confirmed the final schedule, but the Congress leader urged the Election Commission to ensure strict adherence to the code of conduct. Observers note that civic polls often serve as a barometer for broader state-level sentiment ahead of future assembly elections.