Agartala: Tripura CM Manik Saha on Thursday said BJP would take appropriate action against party MLA Tafajjal Hossain over his alleged offensive remarks about ally, Tipra Motha, and the tribal community.“Any decision made by the party will definitely be acted upon. Steps required under the law will also be addressed. If there is a need for legal action, we will proceed accordingly,” Saha said.The chief minister said he had discussed the matter with BJP’s party president.He added, “I have also noted that he has apologized. People express themselves differently. If he made such remarks but later expressed regret, that should be considered as well.”Hossain allegedly made derogatory remarks about the food habits and lifestyle of tribal communities, including Tipra Motha leaders, during campaigning. His comments triggered condemnation from tribal organisations and political parties, with calls for disciplinary action.Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma demanded an apology and questioned the treatment of the tribal community. “Our eating habits don’t change with who is in power,” he said, accusing the MLA of making remarks that could incite communal tension.Opposition leader Jitendra Chaudhury described the comments as “racist and offensive” and questioned BJP’s position on indigenous groups.The Tribal Youth Federation has filed a complaint at West Agartala police station, seeking an investigation and appropriate legal action.
