By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Saturday, January 24, 2026
AGARTALA: In a boost to local community infrastructure and social welfare, Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha today inaugurated the newly constructed three-storied club house of the historic Modern Club at Nagarjala. The event, which drew a large crowd of local residents and club members, also saw the opening of a modern multi-gym and a dedicated library, followed by a massive voluntary blood donation camp.
New Infrastructure for a Healthy Society
Addressing the gathering at 10:00 AM, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha emphasized the role of local clubs in building a “Nasha Mukt” (Drug-Free) Tripura. He noted that providing modern facilities like gyms and libraries is essential to divert the youth from social evils and toward constructive growth.
Key Highlights of the Inauguration:
- 3-Storied Club House: The new facility will serve as a hub for community meetings, cultural rehearsals, and social service planning.
- Modern Gym: Equipped with contemporary fitness gear, the gym aims to promote physical well-being among the local youth.
- Dilip Smriti Library: Dedicated to the memory of late Dilip Sarkar, a beloved figure and former leader, the library is stocked with academic and literature books to foster a culture of reading in the Nagarjala area.
- Blood Donation Camp: To mark the occasion, the club organized a blood donation drive, where dozens of members, including youth volunteers, donated blood to help address the state’s blood bank shortages.
Chief Minister’s Address: “Clubs are the Pillars of Social Reform”
Speaking after the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the Chief Minister lauded Modern Club for its proactive role in social service.
“Local clubs like Modern Club are not just for sports; they are the pillars of social reform. By opening a library and a gym together, you are nurturing both the mind and the body of our next generation. This aligns perfectly with our vision of a ‘Srestha Tripura’,” Dr. Manik Saha said.
The CM also spent time at the blood donation camp, interacting with the donors and encouraging more people to come forward for this noble cause.
Presence of Dignitaries
The ceremony was attended by several high-ranking figures, including:
- Dipak Majumder, Hon’ble Mayor of Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC).
- Abhijit Mallik, AMC Corporator of the local ward.
- Senior club officials and prominent social activists of the Nagarjala and Banamalipur areas.
The Modern Club committee expressed their gratitude to the State Government for its support in completing the project. The day-long celebration concluded with a small cultural program and the distribution of certificates to the blood donors.
