Tripura royal scion and Tipra Motha Party founder, Pradyot Kishore Debbarman, has called on the Government of India to take strong and decisive action to protect Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, including stopping the entry of Bangladeshi nationals into India and suspending visa services.

Speaking at a press conference on Sunday, Pradyot expressed deep concern over the treatment of Hindu Bengalis in Bangladesh, alleging systematic targeting and killings.

He said, “Prominent leaders in Bangladesh are openly calling for the closure of the Indian embassy and making statements about occupying the Northeast. Some are even demanding that Sheikh Hasina be handed over to Bangladesh. While those who claim to be patriots remain silent, we, branded as a ‘goonda party,’ are raising our voice against atrocities in Bangladesh.”

Pradyot also criticized the perceived double standards in India, citing the participation of Bangladeshi players in the IPL while Indian sportspersons face limitations. He added, “Bangladeshi leaders openly threaten India, yet we continue to honor their players. This double standard cannot continue.”

He emphasized that India must act decisively to safeguard Hindu minorities in Bangladesh as well as in the Northeast. “If Tipra Motha gets the opportunity, we will send the Bangladeshi Assistant High Commissioner back to Dhaka within 20 minutes. Our communities in Bangladesh are being attacked; temples and churches are being demolished, and tribal and Bengali Hindu communities are being forcefully converted. Meanwhile, we continue to offer them VIP treatment. India should not allow anyone from Bangladesh to enter the country, and visa services must be suspended. They come here for treatment, education, and other facilities, but what do we get in return? Abuse and threats. The Government of India must take a firm and uncompromising stand,” he said.

Addressing Tipra Motha’s alliance with the BJP, Pradyot reiterated his opposition to violence. “No senior leader from our party has made derogatory remarks against any party. If provocative statements are made about Tipra Motha, there will naturally be responses. Violence only distracts from real issues such as land rights, language rights, and identity,” he said.

On cultural and linguistic issues, Pradyot stressed that the party remains firm in its demands. “Both the central and state governments must respect our people’s sentiments. Kokborok must be written in Roman script. We will not compromise on this. We do not oppose the Bengali language; we oppose its forced imposition in our examinations and public life.”

He concluded by urging the Tripura government and the Centre to formulate a clear, long-term policy for the Northeast to safeguard future generations. “We are demanding our rights and respect without taking anything from anyone. We are not against any language or community; we only oppose the imposition of policies on our people,” he said.