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Agartala: CPI(M) National General Secretary MA Baby has acknowledged that the party is enduring a period of decline, attributing the shift largely to the rise of identity-based politics. Speaking in Agartala following a state committee meeting, Baby noted that the party faces an unprecedented situation as it no longer leads any state government in India.
Addressing the challenges facing the organization, Baby stated, "We have to admit that this is a time when we are facing a decline. In our opinion, one of the biggest reasons behind our decline is the reactionary operations of identity politics." He argued that politics driven by caste, community, and divisions between tribal and non-tribal populations have significantly weakened democratic engagement.
Beyond internal party challenges, Baby criticized the Union government for its handling of national concerns. He specifically condemned the government's silence regarding the recent deaths of three Indian sailors and raised alarms over the future of students affected by repeated examination paper leaks, including the NEET crisis.
Jitendra Chaudhury, Leader of Opposition and Politburo member, shifted the focus to local governance. He welcomed a recent Supreme Court directive requiring elections for Village Committees under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council, which have been delayed since 2021. Chaudhury claimed that previous elections in the region relied on polarizing rhetoric regarding land and culture to create a fear psychosis among voters.
Looking ahead, the party plans to ramp up political activity in tribal areas while preparing for widespread protests. This includes mass deputations in July and a civil disobedience movement scheduled for August 10 to protest new labour codes. Chaudhury also alleged that the state is currently facing economic stagnation, driving many residents to leave in search of employment.
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