The numbers are inescapable. As per the 2011 Census, 31.8% of Tripura’s population is comprised of Scheduled Tribes. Their aspirations for land rights, political power, cultural preservation and economic security are not a fringe issue but central to the state’s politics.
But the Triprasa Accord, which the Centre, the Tripura government and TIPRA Motha had signed on 2 March 2024, has not led to any publicly visible detailed resolution of the core issues it was meant to address. A resolution by the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council in October 2026 and demanding its time-bound implementation continues to keep them in focus. Two years after the Triprasa, why do indigenous representatives continue to demand for a clear roadmap for implementation?
The numbers make it clear that Tripura allocated 7542 crores (39.39%) of its budget for 2026-27to Tribal Sub Plan and only about 914.82 crores were directly allocated to TTAADC. Although these figures do not fall under the same category, there is still a concern regarding how resources are being distributed to the tribes and are they being spent on improving healthcare, clean drinking water, land rights and local government.
TIPRA Motha won 3428 seats with 46.76% of the vote in the October 2026 elections for village committee. This shows them having a greater independent stance in the tribal councils. The BJP won 859 seats with only 28% of the vote. Although the BJP might continue to speak about alliances, allocations and announcements, these are just announcements.
The indigenous people in Tripura deserve proper delivery and not empty promises. If the BJP is speaking about fulfilling their aspirations they need to answer one simple question. Where is the tangible progress?
Betrayal in politics only erodes trust.
