Dr. Bibhas Ranjan Kilikdar, the new Lokayukta of Tripura after an oath taking ceremony at Raj Bhavan on Friday said that corruption is a disease in society and that everyone must unite to fight against it.

Dr Kilikdar replaced senior advocate KN Bhattacharjee, who had been serving as Lokayukta since July 1, 2021.

The oath-taking ceremony of the newly appointed Lokayukta, Dr Bibhas Ranjan Kilikdar, took place at Raj Bhawan, where Tripura Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu administered the oath.

During the oath taking ceremony, Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha, Chief secretary, J K Sinh and DGP, Amitabh Ranjan along with other dignitaries were present.

While, after the oath taking ceremony, Dr Kilikdar speaking with media persons said that he will work his best to fulfil the responsibilities of Lokayukta. He said that no one can fight corruption alone and seek the cooperation of everyone.

“If I receive support from all sections of society, I believe we can achieve something significant in the fight against corruption. Even Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha has called for zero tolerance against corruption. Corruption is a disease in society, and we must unite and cooperate to prevent it,” said Dr Kilikdar.