CM Manik Saha backs BJP Candidate Jahar Chakraborty for Dharmanagar Bypoll
Mar 19, 2026
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Thursday congratulated Jahar Chakraborty following his nomination as the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate for the upcoming by-election in the 56-Dharmanagar Assembly constituency.
In a message shared on his social media platform, the Chief Minister extended his best wishes to Chakraborty, describing the nomination as an important step ahead of the bypoll. His remarks highlighted the party leadership’s confidence in the candidate and signalled the beginning of an active campaign phase in the constituency.
The Dharmanagar seat is considered politically significant in Tripura, and the by-election is expected to draw considerable attention. With the candidate now officially announced, political activity is likely to intensify, with a focus on campaign strategy, voter outreach, and grassroots mobilisation.
Observers note that the bypoll could serve as a key indicator of the BJP’s standing in the region. The Chief Minister’s public endorsement is being viewed as a strong message of unity within the party and a boost to its campaign efforts.