Agartala: Tipra Motha supremo Pradyot Kishore Debbarman on Wednesday claimed that the Election Commission (EC) has assured that a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls will be conducted in all states, including Tripura.The assurance came during a meeting in New Delhi between a Motha delegation and Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, he said. The team demanded a SIR of the electoral rolls in Tripura to address the escalating issue of illegal migration in the state.The delegation submitted a memorandum to Kumar, expressing concerns about the unchecked influx of illegal immigrants and its potential impact on Tripura’s demographic balance and national security.Pradyot said, “Just as the ECI has initiated a Special Intensive Revision in Bihar, we have demanded the same for Tripura. Illegal migration is not just a Tripura issue — it is a threat to the entire northeast. If this continues, soon we may be left pleading for our identity and existence.”He emphasized the party’s demand for the ECI to detect, delete, and deport illegal immigrants in Tripura, asserting, “We cannot give away a single inch of our land. We have every right to protect our homeland.”Pradyot clarified that TIPRA Motha’s stance is independent of national parties, saying, “If Congress or BJP wish to speak to the ECI, that’s their prerogative. But as TIPRA Motha leaders, we speak for our indigenous people and for our state. We don’t need anyone’s permission to raise our voice.”He warned against repeating historical mistakes from the 1950s to the 1990s, noting that Tripura’s population growth between 1971 and 1991 exceeded the national average. He cited a 2012 incident where 1.48 lakh illegal voters were identified in Tripura, but corrective actions were never implemented.Motha leaders alleged that many illegal immigrants have fraudulently obtained official documents, including EPIC, Aadhar Card, PAN card, driving licence, and even Indian passports, with the help of corrupt officials, local brokers, and political leaders, posing a threat to national security.Pradyot said, “If necessary, we are prepared to approach the Supreme Court. But we will not allow Tripura to become a dumping ground for illegal immigrants.”
