The Ganamukti Parishad (GMP), a tribal frontal wing of opposition CPI(M)  has announced plans for a protest march to the Raj Bhavan on January 11, calling for the urgent resolution of various concerns impacting the tribal community in the state. The demonstration will involve a sit-in from 12 PM to 3 PM, after which a memorandum will be submitted to Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu.

This protest is part of a nationwide initiative led by the Adivasi Adhikar Rashtriya Manch. The movement aims to address the ongoing discrimination faced by tribal youth in the employment arena, particularly within central and state government positions, as well as in corporate sectors and outsourcing hiring practices. The GMP has urged for stronger enforcement of reservation policies in these areas to ensure that tribal youth have access to their rightful share of opportunities.

In a press conference held on Sunday at the CPI (M) state office, GMP leader and former minister Naresh Jamatia expressed disappointment that, despite multiple requests, the government has not provided clear information regarding the status of tribal reservations. He pointed out that this lack of transparency remains a critical issue that must be addressed.

"We are advocating for the rights of tribal youth who are being systematically denied opportunities in numerous sectors. The government needs to release accurate data on the execution of reservation policies," Jamatia emphasized.

As part of the nationwide mobilization, the GMP will be organizing protests throughout the country in January and February, with the final goal being the submission of demands to the state governor. The issues to be highlighted will not only encompass employment and reservations but will also address specific local tribal issues in Tripura.

The General Secretary GMP, Radha Charan Debbarma was also present at the press conference, endorsing the call for a collective movement to resolve these concerns.

The protest seeks to shed light on the struggles faced by tribal communities and ensure their rights are recognized and upheld by both the state and central governments.