Overview

• Shahjahan Islam’s Agartala home was ransacked late June 8 by alleged BJP workers after he criticised the state government and police over Eid al-Adha clashes.
• The BJP lodged an FIR against Islam for using derogatory language targeting Chief Minister Manik Saha and minority wing leaders in a viral social media video.
• Tripura police arrested Islam’s father and brother on June 9 in connection with the fallout from his remarks and the ensuing violence.
• Congress leaders including Sudip Roy Barman condemned the attack on Islam’s residence and called for swift legal action against the perpetrators.
• Tensions trace back to recent cow slaughter clashes in Gomati district’s Udaipur area and a 2022 Tripura High Court order banning public meat sales.