Tripura Election 2024

Agartala, June 4, 2024 – The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has clinched a decisive victory in both Lok Sabha seats in Tripura, reinforcing its stronghold in the northeastern state. Former Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb and Kriti Devi Debbarman emerged victorious from the Tripura West and Tripura East constituencies, respectively.

Biplab Kumar Deb’s Triumphant Return

Biplab Kumar Deb, who previously served as the Chief Minister of Tripura, made a remarkable comeback by winning the Tripura West seat. Deb defeated his closest rival, Asish Kumar Saha of the Congress, with an overwhelming margin of over six lakh votes. This victory marks a significant political redemption for Deb, who had stepped down as Chief Minister in May 2022 and was subsequently appointed as a Rajya Sabha member.

Kriti Devi Debbarman’s Historic Win

In Tripura East, Kriti Devi Debbarman, sister of Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Debbarma, secured a resounding victory. She defeated CPI(M) candidate Rajendra Reang by a substantial margin of 4,86,819 votes. Debbarman garnered 7,77,447 votes, highlighting her widespread popularity and the BJP’s strong presence in the region.

First-Time Bru Voters Make Their Mark

This election was historic for another reason: it marked the first time that Bru voters participated in the electoral process. Their inclusion signifies a critical step towards broader electoral representation in Tripura.

Election Day Highlights

The counting of votes began early on June 4, 2024, with BJP candidates quickly establishing significant leads. By mid-morning, both Deb and Debbarman had extended their leads to over 1.5 lakh votes each. The trend continued throughout the day, culminating in their decisive victories.

Detailed Election Results

– Tripura West: Biplab Kumar Deb (BJP) defeated Asish Kumar Saha (Congress) by over six lakh votes.
– Tripura East: Kriti Devi Debbarman (BJP) defeated Rajendra Reang (CPI(M)) by 4,86,819 votes, receiving 7,77,447 votes compared to Reang’s 2,90,628.

Broader Electoral Trends in the Northeast

Across the northeastern states, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) maintained a strong lead. As of early trends, the NDA was leading in 9 out of 25 seats, while the Congress was leading in 6, with other parties ahead in 2 seats.

Conclusion

The BJP’s clean sweep in Tripura’s Lok Sabha elections underscores its enduring influence and strategic prowess in the region. With former Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb and Kriti Devi Debbarman at the helm, the party is poised to continue its development agenda and strengthen its political base in the northeastern state.

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Published by MonderTimes.com