India, March 27 -- The Centre is likely to hold a tripartite meeting on April 2 to discuss issues related to Gorkhas after a gap of more than three years, officials aware of the development said.

Union minister of state for home affairs Nityanand Rai will preside over the meeting in Delhi. The last meeting was held in October 2021.

While the BJP and its alliance partners have welcomed the decision, others want clarity on the agenda of the meeting and attendees.

"The April 2 meeting would be a tripartite one and the Centre has already sent the invitation letter to the West Bengal government's chief secretary. Elected representatives from Darjeeling, Terai and Dooars and Gorkha stake holders would also be attending the meeting," Raju Bis...