CM Congratulates Jahar Chakraborty on BJP Nomination for Dharmanagar Bypoll
Mar 19, 2026
Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Thursday congratulated Jahar Chakraborty on being nominated as the Bharatiya Janata Party’s candidate for the upcoming by-election in the 56-Dharmanagar Assembly constituency.
In a message posted on his social media handle, the Chief Minister extended his warm wishes to Chakraborty and termed the nomination a significant development ahead of the bypoll. Dr. Saha’s statement underlined the party leadership’s backing for the candidate and reflected the BJP’s early campaign momentum in the constituency.
The Chief Minister’s congratulatory message has added political significance to the announcement, as Dharmanagar is considered an important Assembly segment in Tripura’s political landscape. With the candidate now officially named, attention is expected to shift towards campaign strategy, voter outreach and party mobilisation in the run-up to the by-election.
Political observers believe the bypoll will be closely watched, as it is likely to test the strength of the BJP in the region and set the tone for future electoral contests. Dr. Saha’s public endorsement of Jahar Chakraborty is being seen as a strong message of unity and confidence from the party leadership.
The announcement has already generated interest among party workers and local political circles, with campaigning expected to gather pace in the coming days.