Congress Protest Rally in Kailashahar Against Attack on MLA Gopal Roy

Correspondent: Ashim Datta, Kailashahar

Kailashahar, July 7:

A rare and striking scene unfolded today on the streets of Kailashahar. Loud slogans, banners, festoons, and a surge of people turned the city into a hub of political resistance. The air was heavy with the chants of protest.

The reason behind this demonstration was the brutal attack on Tripura Congress MLA Gopal Chandra Ray. Allegations suggest that the assault was carried out with the intent to kill, orchestrated by BJP-affiliated goons. In response, the Kailashahar District Congress Committee organized this protest rally to strongly condemn the incident.

The protest was led by the respected President of the Kailashahar District Congress Committee, Mr. Md. Badruzzaman. His resolute voice echoed the message loud and clear—Congress will not tolerate any injustice.

Among those who joined the rally were: Rudrendu Bhattacharya, former General Secretary of the Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee, Ranu Mia, General Secretary of the District Congress Committee, Abdul Hadi, Acting President of the Block Congress Committee. Numerous other Congress leaders, workers, and local citizens

The protest rally began in front of the District Congress Bhavan, marched through key routes in the city, and concluded at the same starting point. After the rally, District Congress President Badruzzaman addressed the media, stating that when MLA Gopal Ray went to attend a party event in his constituency, BJP Yuva Morcha activists attacked him. He further alleged that in the presence of police, the MLA was locked inside a house and held captive.

Later, a large contingent of police rescued Gopal Ray. Badruzzaman stated, “There is no democracy left in this state. Democracy is under siege.” He confirmed that a police complaint has been filed against the accused, demanding an impartial investigation and strict punishment for those responsible.

The protest also highlighted other issues, such as the covert hike in electricity tariffs, skyrocketing prices of essential commodities, and the lack of employment opportunities for the youth. These concerns added fuel to the agitation.

The rally demanded immediate restoration of democratic values in the state. Mohammad Badruzzaman urged the public to join the fight to save democracy. He also issued a warning—if the government does not withdraw anti-people decisions like electricity tariff hikes and fails to address unemployment, the Congress will be compelled to launch a larger movement in the coming days.  While political differences are natural in a democracy, an attack on an elected representative is both condemnable and alarming. Today’s protest made it clear that the Congress party will not remain silent. This incident has already stirred fresh turbulence in Tripura’s political landscape. All eyes are now on the authorities, waiting to see if justice will prevail.