By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Sunday, February 1, 2026
Agartala: Following the historic presentation of the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament, the 7 Ramnagar Mandal organized a special screening and public presentation session today at the Durgabari Market area. The event aimed to bridge the gap between central policy and local understanding, bringing the highlights of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s ninth consecutive budget directly to the residents and traders of Ramnagar.
The session was attended by several high-profile dignitaries, including the Hon’ble Mayor of Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC), Dipak Majumder, Minority Welfare Chairman Jasim Uddin, and prominent employee leader Sumon Roy, along with local karyakartas and the merchant community.
Focus on Minority Welfare and Local Development
Addressing the gathering at Durgabari, Mayor Dipak Majumder lauded the budget for its balanced approach toward infrastructure and social security. He highlighted that the ₹12.2 lakh crore capital expenditure will significantly improve urban amenities in Agartala under the “Viksit Bharat” vision.
Minority Chairman Jasim Uddin expressed his appreciation for the specific allocations aimed at the socio-economic upliftment of minority communities. He noted that the budget’s focus on skill development and entrepreneurship grants would provide a major boost to the youth of Tripura.
Key Highlights Discussed at the Durgabari Session:
- Infrastructure & Connectivity: Discussing the seven new high-speed rail corridors and how improved regional connectivity will lower logistics costs for Tripura’s traders.
- SME Support: Details on the ₹10,000 crore SME Growth Fund designed to turn local small-scale units into “champion” enterprises.
- Employee Benefits: Employee leader Sumon Roy spoke about the impact of the New Income Tax Act 2025 (effective April 2026), focusing on the simplification of tax filings and the rationalization of TDS/TCS.
- Urban Development: The proposal to develop tier-2 and tier-3 cities, ensuring Agartala receives sustained funding for modern waste management and electric public transport.
The event concluded with a “Question and Answer” session where local shopkeepers at Durgabari Market engaged with the leaders to understand how the new GST simplification measures and the Digital Agriculture Mission would affect their daily operations. The 7 Ramnagar Mandal leadership vowed to continue such outreach programs to ensure every citizen is aware of the benefits provided by the Modi government’s latest fiscal roadmap.
