Tripura to Undergo Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls
Special Revision of Electoral Rolls in Tripura
Agartala, July 23: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has confirmed that a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls will take place in Tripura. This announcement came after a delegation from the Tipra Motha Party met with the Chief Election Commissioner in New Delhi on Wednesday, as stated by party leader Pradyot Kishore Debbarman.
After the meeting, Pradyot informed the media, saying, “The ECI has committed to conducting the SIR across all states, including Tripura. They listened to our concerns with great attention.”
The push for a SIR has intensified following its successful execution in Bihar, alongside rising worries about the potential inclusion of illegal immigrants in the electoral list of Tripura.
During the meeting, the Tipra Motha Party presented a comprehensive memorandum to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, calling for prompt action.
The party highlighted that Tripura shares an 856-km border with Bangladesh, which has facilitated significant illegal immigration, thereby altering the region's demographic landscape.
The memorandum accused undocumented immigrants of acquiring official documents such as voter IDs, Aadhaar cards, PAN cards, and even passports through fraudulent activities, often with the assistance of corrupt officials and middlemen.
“This situation has led to the marginalization of Tripura’s Indigenous communities, jeopardizing the ST reservation system and diluting democratic representation,” the memorandum asserted.
The delegation from Tipra Motha included ministers, MLAs, and the Chief Executive Member of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC).
Signed by General Secretary Brishaketu Debbarma, Minister Animesh Debbarma, and Pradyot Kishore Debbarman, the memorandum also requested a door-to-door verification of the electoral rolls, akin to the model used in Bihar.
To enhance transparency, the party suggested that the verification be conducted by officials from outside the affected areas and under strict oversight. They also called for specialized training for the personnel involved to avoid administrative errors or possible manipulation.
When asked about the BJP's stance, Pradyot clarified, “We are an independent political entity focused on protecting the interests of Tripura. Other parties are welcome to express their opinions to the Election Commission.”
On the subject of the Tiprasa Accord, he voiced his frustration over the delays in its execution.
“We entered the government with a clear understanding based on the Tiprasa Accord. If it is not honored, we will have to reconsider our position,” he stated.