As Tripura Votes, BJP Takes On Congress-Left Alliance, Tipra Motha
The Tripura assembly election was held today amid massive security by central forces. Over 28 lakh voters decided the fate of 259 candidates including 31 women. Right from the morning, a large turnout was seen outside polling booths. The final turnout 92 per cent. For the BJP, it is a battle to retain power against an alliance the Left and the Congress, which have shared seats. The new party Tipra Motha has traction in tribal areas.
