Overview

• On July 14, the TPCC organised protests in every district headquarters to oppose what it calls anti-people policies of the BJP-led government.
• Congress leaders demanded that Tripura State Electricity Corporation Ltd halt its smart meter rollout, arguing it has led to higher power tariffs.
• Protesters highlighted recent increases in piped gas prices as an added burden on residents already facing inflationary pressures.
• TPCC accused BJP-backed actors of threatening MLA Sudip Roy Barman in Udaipur and of an attack on Gopal Roy in Banamalipur.
• The demonstrations are intended to pressure Chief Minister Manik Saha’s administration to reverse the contested utility reforms and restore security for opposition lawmakers.