Tripura govt gives jobs to kin of political violence victims from left rule
- TPP
- Jun 23
- 2 min read
In a significant move reflecting a compassionate governance approach, the Tripura state government has initiated a scheme to provide government jobs to the next of kin of victims of political violence that occurred during the tenure of the erstwhile Left Front government—prior to 2018. This policy marks a step towards reconciliation and support for families affected by decades of political unrest.
As of now, 39 petitions have been received by the state, with 18 individuals already employed across various departments such as the Information and Cultural Affairs Department, Secondary and Elementary Education Departments, Revenue Department, and the Food and Civil Supplies Department. These appointments have been made after verification and recommendations from a specially constituted scrutiny committee chaired by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ratan Lal Nath.
This committee includes high-ranking officials such as the Law Secretary, Secretary of Information and Cultural Affairs, an Inspector General of Police (IGP), and the Additional Secretary of the Home Department. According to the minister, a recent committee meeting held on June 19 reviewed eight additional petitions, of which five names were recommended for job placements. The remaining petitions are currently under evaluation.
Applicants under this initiative must collect forms from their respective Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) offices. Each application undergoes a detailed assessment based on inputs from District Magistrates (DMs) and Superintendents of Police (SPs). Upon the committee's approval, recommendations are forwarded to the Finance Department, which then allots jobs depending on vacancies in various government departments.
Minister Nath emphasized that this action aligns with the principles of democracy and moral duty, stating, “We give due respect to democracy. Supporting the families of those killed in political violence is our moral responsibility.” He also clarified that no political bias has been exercised in the selection process, underscoring the inclusive nature of the current BJP-led coalition government under Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha.
The move is also seen as a reflection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ (Together with all, Development for all) and the pursuit of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India). These national initiatives emphasize inclusive development and empowerment of all communities, especially those historically marginalized or victimized.
While highlighting the failures of the previous CPI(M)-led government, which ruled the state for 25 years until 2018, Nath criticized the rampant political violence and murders that took place under their regime. He stated that several petitions cover incidents from years such as 1981, 1983, 1987, 1990, 1994, 1995, 1998, 2015, 2016, and 2017. However, Nath admitted that no exact number of political murders from that period could be cited.
By acknowledging historical injustices and taking corrective steps, the current government aims to foster trust in governance and law, restore dignity to affected families, and promote democratic healing. This initiative not only addresses a critical humanitarian concern but also sets a precedent for other states grappling with the aftermath of political violence.
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