Tripura, a northeastern state in India, has seen a succession of leaders at the helm since its formation. The role of Chief Minister in Tripura is pivotal, shaping the trajectory of the state`s development and governance. According to the Constitution of India, the Governor of Tripura holds the formal position of the state`s head, yet the practical executive authority is vested in the chief minister. Since 1963, Tripura has seen eleven chief ministers, with the inaugural leader being Sachindra Lal Singh from the Indian National Congress.

Election Process
The Chief Minister of Tripura is elected through a democratic process, a hallmark of India`s political system. Following the general elections, the political party or coalition securing the majority in the legislative assembly assumes power. The leader of the majority party is then appointed as the Chief Minister. The Governor of the state, acting on behalf of the President of India, formalizes this appointment.
The Chief Minister holds a vital position, overseeing the administration, policy formulation, and governance of the state. The tenure of a Chief Minister is subject to the stability of the government and the ability to retain the confidence of the legislative assembly.

Roles and Responsibilities
The Chief Minister of Tripura shoulders a myriad of responsibilities, integral to the state`s progress. These responsibilities encompass the formulation and implementation of policies, coordination of government departments, and addressing the needs of the populace. The Chief Minister is a key figure in the decision-making process, playing a pivotal role in shaping the state`s development agenda.
Furthermore, the Chief Minister acts as a liaison between the state government and the central government, fostering cooperation for the overall welfare of Tripura. Representing the state at various forums, both within the country and internationally, is also a crucial aspect of the Chief Minister`s role.

List of Chief Ministers of Tripura
Here is a list of all the leaders who served as the Chief minister of Tripura since the inception of the state.

Chief Minister	Tenure	Political Party
Sachindra Lal Singh	1963 – 1971	Indian National Congress
Sukhamoy Sen Gupta	1972 – 1977	Indian National Congress
Prafulla Kumar Das	1977 – 1977 (116 days)	Congress for Democracy
Radhika Ranjan Gupta	1977 – 1977 (101 days)	Congress for Democracy
Nripen Chakraborty	1978 – 1988	Communist Party of India (Marxist)
Sudhir Ranjan Majumdar	1988 – 1992	Indian National Congress
Samir Ranjan Barman	1992 – 1993	Indian National Congress
Dasarath Debbarma	1993 – 1998	Communist Party of India (Marxist)
Manik Sarkar	1998 – 2018	Communist Party of India (Marxist)
Biplab Kumar Deb	2018 - 2022	Bharatiya Janata Party
Manik Saha	2022- present (Incumbent)	Bharatiya Janata Party

President"s rule in Tripura
President`s rule, a constitutional provision invoked in exceptional circumstances, was imposed in the state of Tripura on three occasions, marking pivotal junctures in its political history. The first instance occurred from November 1, 1971, to March 20, 1972, when the normal functioning of the state government was suspended, and governance was directly administered by the President of India. Subsequently, from November 5, 1977, to January 5, 1978, and again from March 11, 1993, to April 10, 1993, President`s rule was reimposed, reflecting the challenges and uncertainties faced by the state during those periods. During these episodes, the democratic machinery was temporarily suspended, with the President taking charge to restore stability and ensure the smooth functioning of the state.