Leader of the Opposition in Tripura, Jitendra Chaudhury, today launched a scathing attack on the ruling BJP government, alleging a complete collapse of law and order in the state over the past seven years.

Speaking to reporters, Chaudhury said, “There is no law and order in the state. The situation has completely deteriorated in the last seven years.” 

He also accused Tripura Assembly Speaker Biswabandhu Sen of violating constitutional norms by allegedly entering a police station, breaking all protocols.

Chaudhury expressed hope that Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, who also holds the Home portfolio, would take necessary steps to restore normalcy in the state. However, he cited a recent incident where workers of BJP ally Tipra Motha allegedly launched an attack during a Mann Ki Baat event, raising serious questions about governance.

“Such programs are made mandatory for MGNREGA workers who have benefitted from government schemes. But now even these programs are being disrupted. An autocratic system is prevailing across the state,” Chaudhury said.

He alleged that BJP came to power by making false promises not just to its own cadres but also to alliance partners and the youth. “The youth were lured with promises before the elections, but now, out of frustration, they are involved in violent incidents. A similar incident recently occurred in Khowai,” he added.

Citing rising crimes, he said, “Crimes against women, murders, and extortion have increased significantly. Taking commissions from developmental works has become a norm for ruling party leaders.”

The opposition leader further alleged that some ruling leaders are “constructing hotels in Gurgaon, purchasing flats, and traveling to foreign countries like Dubai, Bangkok, and Australia with unknown individuals,” indicating misuse of public money.

Accusing BJP leaders of neglecting grassroots workers, he said, “They are no longer interested in keeping local workers happy. Their only aim is to appease BJP leaders in Delhi to secure higher positions.”

He also highlighted the poor state of infrastructure, saying, “The condition of roads, including national highways, is pathetic and reflects the government’s failure.”