The 13th Tripura Legislative Assembly’s budget session for the financial year 2025-26 begins today, March 21, in Agartala. The session, which will run until April 1, is expected to witness extensive discussions on the state’s budget, financial policies, and key legislative matters.
Preparatory Meetings
Ahead of the session, the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) convened a meeting under the chairmanship of Speaker Biswa Bandhu Sen. The meeting was attended by ministers from the treasury bench, Chief Whip Kalyani Saha Roy, and opposition MLAs, including Leader of the Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury. Additionally, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha held a separate meeting with ruling party ministers and MLAs at his official residence to strategize for the session.
Key Focus Areas
The budget session will delve into crucial financial allocations, development plans, and legislative proposals that will shape the governance of Tripura in the upcoming fiscal year. Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy is expected to present a budget that addresses the state’s developmental priorities while maintaining fiscal discipline.
Political Dynamics
With the assembly elections approaching in 2026, the session is likely to see intense debates between the ruling party and the opposition. Key issues such as employment, infrastructure development, and welfare schemes are expected to dominate the discussions.
Stay tuned for updates and detailed coverage of the Tripura Legislative Assembly’s budget session as it unfolds.
