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Nirupam Chakma Secures Trust Vote, BJP‑ZPM Alliance Holds Chakma Council
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 10 Jul 2026, 09:47 AM
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In a recent trust vote, Nirupam Chakma was re‑elected, ensuring the BJP‑ZPM alliance continues to control the Chakma council.
A trust vote held at the Chakma council confirmed Nirupam Chakma as the new chairperson, allowing the BJP‑ZPM alliance to maintain its hold on the body.
Chakma council members cast their ballots in a closed session, with Chakma receiving a decisive majority of votes. The result was announced by the council secretary, who noted that the alliance’s policies would continue to shape local governance.
The re‑election is seen as a sign of stability for the Chakma community, which has long relied on the council for representation in regional affairs. The alliance’s continued control is expected to support ongoing development projects and community initiatives.
No opposition candidate challenged the outcome, and council officials stated that the next agenda will focus on infrastructure improvements and social welfare programs.
Chakma council members cast their ballots in a closed session, with Chakma receiving a decisive majority of votes. The result was announced by the council secretary, who noted that the alliance’s policies would continue to shape local governance.
The re‑election is seen as a sign of stability for the Chakma community, which has long relied on the council for representation in regional affairs. The alliance’s continued control is expected to support ongoing development projects and community initiatives.
No opposition candidate challenged the outcome, and council officials stated that the next agenda will focus on infrastructure improvements and social welfare programs.