The Indigenous Progressive Regional Alliance (TIPRA Motha) has sounded the alarm over the growing influx of illegal migrants in Tripura, urging the Centre, state government, and Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) to take immediate action.
Concerns Raised by TIPRA Motha
- Border Security Issues: TIPRA Motha MLA Ranjit Debbarma highlighted that Bangladeshi nationals and Rohingya migrants are settling in border subdivisions such as Sonamura, Kamalpur, Kailashahar, and Dharmanagar.
- Illegal Documentation: He alleged that migrants are acquiring Indian identification documents, including Aadhaar, PAN cards, and ration cards, posing a serious threat to national security.
- Encroachment on Tribal Lands: The party claims that illegal settlers are occupying government and Reserved Forest lands, particularly in tribal-dominated regions.
Call for Action & Government Response
- Operation Detect & Deport: Debbarma has urged the Centre to launch a mission-mode operation to identify and deport illegal migrants, similar to recent initiatives in Delhi, Assam, and Gujarat.
- Security Risks Amid Indo-Pak Tensions: He warned that some illegal migrants may have links to Pakistan, making their presence a potential security threat.
- Appeal to Union Home Minister: TIPRA Motha has formally requested Union Home Minister Amit Shah to intervene and strengthen border security measures.
Future Outlook & Policy Implications
With Tripura’s porous 856-km border with Bangladesh, migration has historically altered the state’s demographics. TIPRA Motha’s demand for strict enforcement and deportation measures reflects growing concerns over regional stability and tribal rights.
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