In a bold political move, Tipra Motha youth leader David Murasing has embarked on a 2,500-km foot march from Agartala to New Delhi, demanding the creation of ‘Greater Tipraland’ and the immediate deportation of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants from Tripura and across India.
Murasing began his journey on July 5 and reached Tripura’s final outpost at Churaibari on Saturday. A brief yet emotionally charged send-off ceremony was held as he crossed into Assam, with hundreds of Tipra Motha supporters gathering to express solidarity.
Several senior Tipra Motha leaders attended the event, including Deputy Speaker of the Tripura Legislative Assembly Brishaketu Debbarma, Raima Valley MLA Nandita Debbarma, EM Runel Debbarma, TTAADC Chairman Jagadish Debbarma, MDCs Dhirendra Debbarma and Saudagar Kalai, and Executive Member Kamal Kalai.
Speaking at the event, Murasing stated that the march is aimed at drawing the Centre’s attention to long-pending demands for the constitutional rights and identity of the indigenous Tiprasa people. He recalled that nearly 18 months ago, Tipra Motha had submitted a memorandum to the Central Government seeking the formation of ‘Greater Tipraland’ and other constitutional safeguards, but the demands remain unaddressed.
Murasing also criticized the lack of action on the party’s earlier appeal for the identification and deportation of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants residing in Tripura and other parts of India.
“This is not just a political protest—it’s a fight for our rights, our identity, and our future as indigenous citizens of this country,” he declared.
The enthusiastic turnout at Churaibari reflected the widespread grassroots support behind the march, marking a significant moment in Tipra Motha’s ongoing struggle for indigenous rights.
