Agartala: April 09: The Tribal Youth Federation Central Committee participated in a protest march in the city, vehemently condemning the controversial remarks made by Parliamentary Minister Ratan Lal Nath regarding caste. The remarks, made on March 24 during a sacred assembly, were directed at opposition leader Jitendra Choudhury and were seen as an attack on his caste. This statement sparked widespread outrage, particularly among members of the tribal community and other left-wing youth organizations.
The protest, which included a large number of participants, demanded that Minister Nath be held accountable for his remarks. As part of the protest, an effigy of the minister was burned, symbolizing the community’s anger and dissatisfaction with his actions. A leader of the Tribal Youth Federation, addressing the media, emphasized the severity of Nath’s comments, calling them not only disrespectful but also harmful to the social fabric of the region. The leader expressed that such caste-based attacks had no place in a modern society and called for immediate punishment to deter any future occurrences.
In the aftermath of the protest, the left-wing youth organization echoed these sentiments, demanding that the minister face legal consequences for his actions. They emphasized that caste-based discrimination continues to be a sensitive and divisive issue, and leaders must act responsibly when making public statements. The protest march served as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for social justice and equality, as the youth organization and the central committee vowed to continue their fight against caste-based discrimination in the region.
The event has drawn significant attention, with many political observers noting the growing tension between the ruling party and opposition, especially in light of the recent comments made by Minister Nath.
