BJP Announces Candidates for Upcoming TTAADC Elections in Tripura

The BJP has officially announced its list of 28 candidates for the upcoming TTAADC elections in Tripura, choosing to contest independently. This decision comes as five leaders from the TIPRA Motha party have joined the BJP, citing corruption issues. The elections, scheduled for April 12, are seen as crucial for the political landscape in tribal areas. Analysts suggest that the BJP's strategy may weaken the TIPRA Motha's influence, potentially benefiting opposition parties. The political dynamics surrounding these elections are expected to be significant.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 25, 2026, 12:51 IST

BJP's Candidate List for TTAADC Elections

Agartala, March 25: In a pivotal move ahead of the elections for the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has disclosed its roster of 28 candidates, confirming its decision to contest all seats independently.

The announcement was made by Rajib Bhattacharjee, the State BJP president, at the party's headquarters today, with Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, Minister Pranajit Singha Roy, former MP Rebati Tripura, and senior BJP figure Bipin Debbarma in attendance.

This candidate list encompasses all 28 constituencies within the TTAADC, emphasizing the party's strategy to operate solo in these significant tribal council elections.

Prominent candidates include Rabindra Reang (Damchhara-Jampui), Manju Rani Sarkar (Machmara), Bimal Kanti Chakma (Karamchera), Ananta Debbarma (Halahali-Asharambari), Rajesh Debbarma (Mandainagar-Pulinpur), Swadagar Kalai (Ampinagar), and Samir Ranjan Tripura (Raima Valley), among others.

In a related development, five leaders from the TIPRA Motha party joined the BJP on Tuesday, citing issues of corruption within certain party factions and a lack of opportunities to serve the public.

The new members include TTAADC executive member Ananta Debbarma, District Council member Soudagar Kalai, former district president Rajesh Kumar Debbarma, sub-zonal chairman Toshi Ram Reang (Damchhara), and former zonal chairman Surjabashi Molsom (Gomati district).

Interestingly, Ananta Debbarma, Soudagar Kalai, and Rajesh Kumar Debbarma have been nominated as BJP candidates for the upcoming elections, which are set for April 12.

Previously, Chief Minister Dr. Saha indicated that the candidates were selected after a core committee meeting, with the final list receiving approval from the central leadership.

While alliances were formed during the Assembly elections, no such collaborations are being sought for the TTAADC elections.

Political analysts believe that forming an alliance for the council elections could dilute the TIPRA Motha's influence by fragmenting its voter base, potentially aiding opposition groups like the Left Front. This tactic, as interpreted by political observers, aims to hinder the consolidation of anti-BJP votes, particularly in tribal regions where TIPRA Motha has significant sway.

The TTAADC elections are considered critical for all major political entities in the state, especially in areas dominated by tribal populations.