Tripura Leader of Opposition and CPI(M) State Secretary Jitendra Chaudhury today launched a scathing attack on the ruling BJP-led government and its alliance partners, accusing them of misgovernance, corruption, and failing to address public grievances.

Speaking at a massive rally organized by the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) in Agartala, Chaudhury said the large turnout of workers, youth, and marginalized sections reflected growing resistance against the present regime.

“Working people cannot be defeated — and today, you have proved it,” he declared to thunderous applause from the crowd.

The CPI(M) leader alleged that the administration deliberately created hurdles to prevent opposition meetings at the historic Astabal Maidan by scheduling religious programs and commercial fairs at the same venue.

He said the BJP–IPFT–Tipra Motha alliance had become “directionless and panicked” amid rising public dissatisfaction. Chaudhury also accused the government of misusing public funds, claiming that crores spent on infrastructure were being wasted on commercial events instead of being used for democratic purposes.

“The ruling coalition is surviving on false promises and black money. Corruption, fear-based governance, and the suppression of democratic voices are increasing every day in Tripura,” he alleged.

Chaudhury stressed that the CITU rally was not about collecting donations or making unrealistic demands but was a genuine movement seeking fair recognition for labor, skill, and talent.

Drawing a parallel with national politics, he suggested that the outcome of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections could influence the BJP’s fortunes nationwide, saying that a defeat there might signal the start of the party’s decline.

Highlighting issues such as rising crime, drug abuse, and moral degradation, the Leader of Opposition blamed the state government for administrative failure and urged the people of Tripura to intensify their struggle to protect democratic rights.

Concluding his speech, Chaudhury announced that he would continue a statewide movement to defend the rights and demands of farmers, workers, and marginalized communities.