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Tripura MLA Alleges Threat at New Hostel as DGP Launches Probe

The episode has prompted a security review at the facility housing dozens of legislators.

Overview

  • Tipra Motha MLA Philip Reang said 3–4 unidentified, allegedly intoxicated men threatened him outside his room around 10 pm on Monday.
  • DGP Anurag Dhankar visited the Khejur Bagan MLA hostel and said police are working to identify the individuals after an argument was reported.
  • A seven-member group of MLAs met Chief Minister Manik Saha to press for stronger protections for lawmakers at the complex.
  • TMP leaders said the chief minister assured “foolproof security,” and they plan to file a police complaint about the incident.
  • Police noted only guests are normally allowed entry, and the review is focusing on access controls at a hostel that houses about 40 MLAs.