In a resounding victory, former Tripura Chief Minister and BJP candidate Biplab Kumar Deb secured the Tripura West Lok Sabha seat on Tuesday, defeating his nearest competitor, Asish Kumar Saha of the Congress, by an overwhelming margin of over six lakh votes.

Deb, who is currently a Rajya Sabha MP, garnered a total of 8,81,341 votes, while Saha managed to secure 2,69,763 votes. This decisive win underscores Deb’s significant political influence and the BJP’s strong foothold in the region.

The election also saw BJP’s Kriti Devi Debbarman, sister of Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Debbarma, winning the Tripura East parliamentary seat, further consolidating the party’s dominance in the state.

Biplab Kumar Deb’s victory is seen as a testament to his enduring popularity and effective leadership during his tenure as Chief Minister. His win is expected to boost the BJP’s prospects and morale in Tripura, reinforcing their position in the state’s political landscape.

In his victory address, Deb expressed gratitude to the voters for their overwhelming support and trust. He pledged to continue working for the development and welfare of Tripura, focusing on key issues such as infrastructure, education, and healthcare.

Asish Kumar Saha, while conceding defeat, congratulated Deb on his victory and thanked his supporters for their efforts. He affirmed that the Congress will continue to strive for the people’s cause and work towards rebuilding their support base in the state.

Kriti Devi Debbarman’s win in Tripura East is also noteworthy, marking a significant achievement for the BJP. Her victory reflects the party’s strategic outreach and appeal across diverse sections of the electorate.

These results highlight the BJP’s consolidated position in Tripura, setting the stage for future political contests and reinforcing their agenda of development and governance in the region.