Ram Pada Jamatia: Unopposed Tripura Assembly Speaker Triumph

BJP MLA Ram Pada Jamatia was unanimously elected as the new Speaker of the Tripura Assembly, succeeding the late Biswa Bandhu Sen. Jamatia's nomination received support from BJP allies Tipra Motha Party and Indigenous People's Front, with unanimous approval from the Assembly. Jamatia expressed gratitude and pledged impartiality in his role.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Agartala | Updated: 18-03-2026 16:50 IST | Created: 18-03-2026 16:50 IST
Ram Pada Jamatia: Unopposed Tripura Assembly Speaker Triumph
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BJP MLA Ram Pada Jamatia has been elected unopposed as the new Speaker of the Tripura Assembly, assuming the position left vacant by Biswa Bandhu Sen's passing.

Jamatia, representing Bagma constituency, received endorsement from Chief Minister Manik Saha, Tipra Motha Party, and the Indigenous People's Front, consolidating support from the BJP-led coalition.

In his acceptance, Jamatia expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Modi and BJP leaders for the opportunity, committing to an impartial tenure as Speaker amid applause from the Assembly.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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