Tripura Congress announces candidates for Agartala municipal elections

The Tripura Congress has announced candidates for 49 of the 51 wards in the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) ahead of the Urban Local Body (ULB) elections scheduled for November 27. The party intends to contest nearly all wards, with the remaining nominations expected shortly.

Congress leaders, including MLA Sudip Roy Barman and Pradesh Congress Committee president Asish Kumar Saha, criticized the BJP-led government for failing to address civic issues such as road conditions, drinking water safety, air pollution, and cleanliness. The party also alleged that the Smart City project has not met expectations and criticized the lack of a proper master plan for Agartala.

Regarding potential alliances, the Congress clarified that no formal discussions have taken place with the CPI(M) for a joint contest under the INDIA bloc, despite previous indications of interest from CPI(M) leadership. Additionally, Congress officials expressed concern over the election environment, alleging that opposition candidates have faced intimidation while attempting to file nomination papers.