
AGARTALA: The BJP high command has sprung surprise by appointing a first-time young MLA as the Tripura state President. It handed the baton to Abhishek Debroy, who was elected from Matarbari assembly constituency in Gomati district in 2023 state elections.
The tendency of the BJP top brass in recent appointments was reflected in the selection of the state President. The party made the announcement Thursday.
Prior to the announcement, Abhishek Debroy was summoned to Delhi, and he returned to the state within hours of his appointment. He was welcomed at the MBB Airport in Agartala by his supporters.
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha and outgoing President Rajib Bhattacharjee later greeted him at the party office.
The names of several leaders were doing a round the post. The party even interviewed shortlisted aspirants before going for a final selection.