Agartala, Nov 12: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said the BJP would take necessary organisational action against its Boxanagar MLA Tafajjal Hossain over his controversial remarks concerning the indigenous community, while the government and administration would act in accordance with the law.
Speaking to reporters in the sidelines of an election campaign for the urban local body polls, Saha said the issue was already under his consideration and that he had discussed it with the state BJP president Abhishek Debroy.
“Whatever necessary action needs to be taken at the party level will certainly be taken. Nobody is above the law, and the government and administration will take appropriate steps wherever required under the law,” the Chief Minister said.
Asked about the controversy, Saha also referred to Hossain’s public apology over the remarks, saying the MLA had already expressed regret and acknowledged his mistake.
“Everyone does not have the same way of expressing themselves. Since he has admitted his mistake and apologised, that aspect should also be taken into consideration,” he said.
Hossain, the BJP legislator from Boxanagar in Sepahijala district, has faced widespread criticism over remarks allegedly targeting the indigenous Tiprasa community during an election-related speech. A video of his remarks circulated on social media, triggering strong reactions from indigenous organisations and political leaders.
The controversy has also drawn condemnation from Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Debbarma and CPI(M) state secretary and Leader of the Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury, who criticised the remarks and demanded action.
Tipra Motha leaders have also approached the police, seeking legal action against the MLA over the alleged derogatory remarks.
The Chief Minister’s statement comes amid political tensions over the controversy, with the BJP now facing demands to clarify its position and take action against its legislator.
