Opposition leaders in Tripura have strongly condemned the state government’s budget for the financial year 2026-27, calling it lacking in vision and concrete strategies for the people.

Jitendra Chaudhury, Leader of the Opposition, said that while the budget has been presented, he has yet to see detailed figures, having only reviewed the proposals. “This is the third budget presented by Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy. Simply showing rising numbers does not make a budget pro-people or inclusive. What is needed is a clear plan rooted in the socio-economic realities of the state, outlining how tangible benefits can reach the population,” he stated.

Chaudhury criticized the previous budgets for following a similar pattern and described the current one as “hollow.” He highlighted deficiencies in the education sector, noting, “The government should prioritize primary, pre-primary, and Madhyamik education. Nearly 400 primary schools in Tripura operate with just one teacher each. There is no recruitment plan, and existing teachers face significant challenges.”

The Leader of the Opposition also pointed out gaps in the agriculture proposals, arguing that despite various announcements, there is no concrete plan for the majority of poor and middle-class farmers. He further emphasized that the budget fails to address employment generation or strengthen other key sectors.

Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman echoed these criticisms, labeling the budget “completely directionless.” Addressing journalists, he said, “This budget offers no clear roadmap for Tripura’s development and will not satisfy the common people.”

Barman also raised concerns over unemployment, stating that the budget does not provide meaningful measures or opportunities for the state’s youth. “The proposals remain largely on paper without addressing the economy or job creation. As a result, ordinary citizens, particularly unemployed youth, will gain little from this budget,” he said.

Both opposition leaders stressed that without concrete plans targeting education, agriculture, employment, and overall economic growth, the 2026-27 budget fails to meet the real needs of Tripura’s people.