Following the recent violence in Tripura’s Gandatwisa that left many families displaced, DGP Amitabh Ranjan has called for heightened vigilance across the State. In a State-level law and order meeting held in Dhalai district, Ranjan directed all Superintendents of Police (SPs) to ensure strict oversight.
The unrest in Gandatwisa on July 12 resulted in over 80 families losing their homes due to arson, triggered by a clash between two groups that followed the death of a tribal youth.
The Tripura Human Rights Commission-THRC has issued a notice to the DGP, requesting information on the actions taken by law enforcement to address the widespread looting and arson affecting homes, shops, and markets.
During the meeting at the SP office in Ambassa, Dhalai’s district headquarters, the DGP reviewed the Gandatwisa violence and praised the prompt police response that helped stabilise the situation.
The DGP stressed on the need for stringent measures against those causing unrest and asserted on the importance of maintaining peace and tranquility. He also highlighted the need for effective deployment of central forces and the Tripura State Rifles.
The DGP advised SPs to remain vigilant regarding ethnic and communal tensions and to take proactive measures to prevent further escalation. DGP (Intelligence) Anurag Dhankar also emphasised the importance of meticulous management of security leading up to the panchayat elections, urging improved coordination among security personnel.
