Ajoy Edwards
Community Achievement: Locals Build "Gorkhaland Bridge" Near Darjeeling Without Government Support
Dec 07, 2025 11:38 pm CST
Sixteen local societies near Darjeeling pooled resources to build the "Gorkhaland Bridge" connecting Tungsung tea estate with Dhotrey valley, overcoming numerous obstacles including alleged government opposition. The bridge represents community resilience and demonstrates what united effort can accomplish in addressing local infrastructure needs.
Gorkha Leader Threatens Mass Resignations from GTA Following Dispute Over Central Interlocutor Appointment
Nov 21, 2025 10:41 pm CST
Indian Gorkha Janshakti Front chief Ajoy Edwards has warned of mass resignations from the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration after West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee objected to the Centre's appointment of an interlocutor for Darjeeling hills. Edwards claims the GTA has become a "failed, non-functional body" with its 2021 agreement never properly implemented, highlighting growing political tensions ahead of 2026 Assembly elections.
Indian Gorkha Janshakti Front Seeks to Join 'One North East' Alliance for Unified Regional Representation
Nov 17, 2025 01:14 am CST
The Indian Gorkha Janshakti Front (IGJF) from West Bengal's Darjeeling district has expressed interest in joining the 'One North East' platform, a unified regional political coalition. IGJF President Ajoy Edwards recently met with Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma and other leaders in Shillong to discuss collaboration. The alliance aims to address shared concerns of hill and tribal communities across North East India and North Bengal, focusing on constitutional rights, land protection, and equitable representation for historically marginalized regions.