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AGARTALA: In anticipation of the historic seven-day Kharchi Puja and Mela, scheduled to take place from July 22 to July 28, West Tripura District Magistrate Dr. Vishal Kumar and Police Superintendent Namit Pathak, along with senior administrative officials, inspected the Chaturdash Devta Temple premises in Old Agartala on Friday. The joint administrative visit was conducted to thoroughly review the physical preparations and on-ground logistics for the grand annual festival, which draws lakhs of devotees and visitors from across the region. During the extensive inspection of the temple and fairgrounds, the administrative team assessed critical infrastructure plans, including overall security arrangements,…
AGARTALA: Raising a strong pitch over the worsening condition of roads and highways across the state, the All India Road Transport Workers’ Federation—a joint forum of transport workers—submitted a formal deputation to the Chief Engineer of the Public Works Department (PWD) today. A delegation of senior transport union leaders met with the Chief Engineer at the PWD headquarters to highlight the severe distress faced by drivers, passengers, and vehicle owners due to poorly maintained road infrastructure. Speaking to the media, prominent trade union leader Amal Chakraborty stated that the dilapidated condition of several key roads and National Highways in Tripura…
AGARTALA: Raising a pitch against the deteriorating law and order situation and the rising menace of drug abuse, a joint delegation of the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) and the Tribal Youth Federation (TYF) submitted a memorandum to the Director General of Police (DGP) at the Police Headquarters today. The youth organizations demanded immediate administrative action to restore the rule of law across the state and implement stringent measures to build a drug-free Tripura. Addressing the media outside the Police Headquarters, DYFI State President Palash Bhowmik expressed grave concern over the current social atmosphere in the state. He alleged…
AGARTALA: Emphasizing that a census is not merely a collection of statistics but the blueprint for future growth, Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha participated in the Census 2027 process today by completing his self-enumeration online. The Chief Minister registered his personal details through the online portal from his official residence in Agartala. Through this step, he aimed to encourage the citizens of Tripura to actively participate in the digital self-enumeration drive. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Manik Saha highlighted the immense significance of the upcoming Census 2027. He stated that census data serves as the primary foundation for…
AGARTALA: Launching a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Central Government, Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) President Ashish Kumar Saha today claimed that the ruling dispensation has done nothing but institutionalize corruption and public harassment over the last 12 years. Addressing a press conference at the Congress Bhavan in Agartala, the TPCC chief unleashed a barrage of allegations against the administration, terming its tenure as a period of absolute public exploitation and systematic looting of taxpayers’ money. Ashish Kumar Saha criticized the government for constantly prioritizing corporate interests over the welfare of the common people. He alleged that…
AGARTALA: Setting a leading example for digital governance, Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu participated in the Census 2027 process on Friday morning by completing his self-enumeration online. The special registration program was held at the Loke Bhawan in Agartala, where the Governor personally logged onto the portal to register his details. The event was organized to officially promote and encourage the public to actively participate in the digital self-enumeration drive for the upcoming Census 2027. By demonstrating the process firsthand, the Governor sent a strong message to the citizens of Tripura to embrace modern, digital methods for national data…
AGARTALA: Highlighting the state’s exemplary model of grassroots governance, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha and Panchayat Minister Kishore Barman inaugurated the prestigious State-level Panchayat Award distribution ceremony at AD Nagar today. The event was organized to celebrate and honor Tripura’s outstanding achievements in rural administration, with local public representatives, senior administrative officials, and panchayat members from across the state in attendance. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha noted that approximately 80% of Tripura’s panchayats have established themselves as national front-runners, reflecting the government’s sustained focus on good governance and rural transformation. He stated that the true measure of…
AGARTALA: A crucial preparatory meeting regarding the upcoming census operations was organized today at the conference hall of the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC). The high-level meeting was chaired by Agartala Mayor and MLA Dipak Majumder. Several senior AMC officials, ward councillors, administrative representatives, and census coordinators were also in attendance to discuss the strategic execution of the data collection drive. During the session, Mayor Dipak Majumder emphasized the critical importance of an accurate and comprehensive census, noting that the gathered data forms the very foundation for planning future urban development, resource allocation, and welfare schemes within the municipal area. The…
AGARTALA: In a major initiative aimed at bringing positive social impact, ‘The Smile Foundation’ is all set to organize a grand event titled “Antarip 1.0” at the Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhawan (Hall No. 1) in Agartala on July 19. The prestigious program will be officially inaugurated by Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu, who will attend the event as the chief guest. The event will also see the esteemed presence of Government Chief Whip Kalyani Saha Roy, alongside a host of other prominent dignitaries, social workers, and distinguished guests. Organizers have revealed that the “Antarip 1.0” initiative by The Smile Foundation…
AGARTALA: In a major push to empower local youth and foster grassroots entrepreneurship, the Tripura Forest Department organized a mega distribution program today at the Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhawan in Agartala. During the event, Self-Help Group (SHG) seed money, Common Interest Group (CIG)/Joint Liability Group (JLG) loans, and newly processed driving licenses were distributed to selected young beneficiaries. The program was inaugurated by State Forest Minister Animesh Debbarma, who graced the occasion as the chief guest. Several high-ranking officials of the Forest Department and state administration were also present at the ceremony. Speaking at the event, Forest Minister Animesh Debbarma highlighted…
Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu and CM Manik Saha Pull Chariot at 12th ISKCON Rath Yatra in Agartala
AGARTALA: Marking a grand celebration of faith and unity, the 12th annual ISKCON Rath Yatra festival commenced today at the Purbasha premises in Agartala with immense religious fervor. The auspicious event was graced by Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu and Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, who officially flagged off the grand chariot procession. Along with other key dignitaries and senior leaders, both the Governor and the Chief Minister performed the sacred ritual of pulling the ropes of the holy chariot of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra. Thousands of eager devotees gathered at the venue, chanting hymns and…
AGARTALA: A massive wave of devotion swept through the capital city as thousands of devotees gathered to witness the historic Rath Yatra festival of the Sri Sri Jagannath Jiu Temple. The main streets of Agartala turned into a sea of humanity as an ocean of eager devotees jostled to pull the ropes of the magnificent chariot of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra. The grand procession commenced from the historic Jagannath Bari temple premises following traditional rituals, prayers, and the ceremonial sweeping of the chariot. Amid the echoing sounds of conch shells, beating drums, and chants of “Jai Jagannath,”…
