Tipra Motha Party founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma thanked supporters for what he described as one of the largest public gatherings he has ever seen in Tripura. The rally, held at Astabal Ground, drew an enormous crowd that, according to him, spilled far beyond the venue and filled the surrounding roads. Debbarma said the gathering proved that the people of Tripura, especially the Tiprasa community, were no longer willing to remain silent about their rights and identity.
Speaking at length about the event, Debbarma said he had come online to express “Ham Bai, Khulungkha” and to extend his gratitude to everyone who participated. He said that the number of people on the streets appeared to be almost twice the number of those who managed to enter the ground. Many residents from places such as Khayerpur, he said, could not reach the venue because the roads were completely blocked by the massive turnout.
Debbarma said the rally was a clear indication that the Tiprasa community was standing together with renewed confidence. According to him, several groups and individuals had tried to stop the event, but the people themselves responded through their overwhelming presence. He said the turnout was not just a political show but a message from every mother, every youth, and every community member who wanted a better future for the next generation. 
He also shared that leaders from various northeastern states who attended the event expressed surprise at the scale of participation. He mentioned that Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma told him he had not witnessed such a crowd even in his own state. Guests from Manipur, as well as leaders from Gorkhaland, including Aje Edwards, said they had never seen a rally of this size even after long years of political work in their regions.
Debbarma became emotional when he spoke about senior Tiprasa figure BK Hrangkhawl, who broke down after watching the rally’s video. He recalled that nineteen years ago, on the same date, he had performed the last rites of Hrangkhawl’s father. He said that although he lost his own father and grandfather, he now felt surrounded by a much bigger family—the people of Tiprasa. “And I will protect this family,” he said. “I will fight for you and will not step back till my last breath.”
Looking ahead, Debbarma urged supporters to begin organising meetings and strengthening coordination in the coming weeks. He told his followers that they must continue to spread the message of unity—“Thansa”—and must not fear attempts to break their courage. He also referred to a widely shared video of an elderly woman who expressed hope for “Tipraland”. The woman said she wanted “Suvidha” or benefits, but more than that, she wanted justice. Debbarma said her voice reflected the real sentiment among many people who attended the rally.
Debbarma also thanked the police administration and state authorities for cooperating during the event. He said he had spoken to Chief Minister Manik Saha, as well as the SP and additional SP, and that the police ensured the programme went ahead smoothly. He also appreciated those who travelled from distant villages, many of whom paid for their own transport. “We may be poor,” he said, “but we are not helpless.”
Addressing young people, Debbarma said the struggle was not based on hatred but on care and responsibility. He stressed that “life and rights go together,” and that a community without rights ends up living like slaves. He promised that he would continue pushing for the rights of his people, saying those who mocked or dismissed the Tiprasa cause must now face the reality of its growing strength.
He added that the coming days would be important and asked supporters to remain united and active. He thanked everyone once again for showing “love, support, and Thansa,” and repeated that the rally was successful despite attempts to disrupt it. According to him, the event proved that the people’s determination was stronger than any political pressure.
Debbarma also addressed online criticism directed at him. He mentioned a few fake accounts that had used abusive comments, calling him names or accusing him of betrayal. He dismissed these attacks, saying he was ready to face any amount of abuse from those who did not understand the movement. “Keep typing until your keyboard breaks,” he said, adding that these words would not stop the rise of Tiprasa. He insisted that he did not need certificates or advice from critics because he knew what his people expected from him.
Toward the end of his message, he called on supporters to organise programmes in their local blocks and to carry forward the message of unity. He asked them to engage with groups across political lines including IPFT, CPM, Congress and Janajati Morcha because the aim was to build a strong and united North East. He said a new year was approaching and that it was time for communities to strengthen the broader initiative of ‘One North East’.
