Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Monday said that the centre's decision on UCC (Uniform Civil Code) would be implemented as and when communicated. The Chief Minister was speaking to the media persons after a press conference on Seva Sankalpa Abhiyan. 

On being asked about the Union Home Minister’s recent statement on UCC where he said that in 21-BJP ruled states the uniform civil code would be implemented, Dr Saha said, “I have also come across the matter through the media. Whenever the central government takes any decision on the matter, we shall definitely follow that as and when communicated.” 

On being asked about its implementation in the Tribal areas where various customary laws govern the issues related to inheritance and marriage, Dr Saha said, “So far I know, the tribal areas may get an exemption from the Uniform Civil Code.” 

On being asked about the Bengal government’s decision to ban Durga Puja carnival and whether this decision would have any likely impact on the similar gala event held post-Durga Puja here, Dr Saha said, “The Durga Puja carnival in West Bengal has always been a subject of controversy. The new government there has taken the decision keeping in mind the realities of the state. In our state, the carnival is a celebration and people from different walks of life enjoy the event.” 

The Chief Minister also spoke about the controversial statements being made on social media platforms related to the treatment of Manasree Chowdhury, a little girl battling a rare medical condition called SMA type-I. 

He said, “If anyone is trying to make false propaganda against the state government, action would be initiated as per law.”