MAYOR ON THE GROUND: Dipak Majumder Inspects Lake Chowmuhani Bazar; Warns Against Illegal Encroachment and Outlines Modernization Plan
Agartala | February 6, 2026 Reported by: Tripura 24 News Desk
In a major push toward urban discipline and market modernization, Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) Mayor Dipak Majumder conducted an extensive inspection of the Lake Chowmuhani Bazar today. Accompanied by Municipal Commissioner Dr. Shailesh Kumar Yadav and local corporators, the Mayor took stock of the current infrastructure and the rising challenges posed by illegal commercial activities in one of the city’s busiest trading hubs.
Cracking Down on “Market Anarchy”
During the inspection, Mayor Majumder expressed deep dissatisfaction with the haphazard state of the market. He noted that unauthorized stalls and permanent structures on government land have not only shrunk the market’s space but have also created severe safety risks.
Key Directives Issued by the Mayor:
- Immediate Eviction Notices: The Mayor directed officials to serve eviction notices to all traders operating without valid AMC documents. “Only those with proper licenses will be permitted to conduct business. We cannot allow illegal structures to choke the market,” he stated firmly.
- Safety First: He emphasized that the current congestion makes it impossible for fire engines or ambulances to enter the market during emergencies. The AMC will prioritize clearing arterial paths within the bazar.
- Hygiene and Waste Management: New dustbins will be installed throughout the market area, and the AMC will start a systematic daily waste collection drive beginning next week to prevent indiscriminate garbage dumping.
Modernization Blueprint for Lake Chowmuhani
Beyond the crackdown, the Mayor shared a vision for a “Smart” Lake Chowmuhani Bazar. As part of the AMC’s broader urban upgrade plan, the market is set to undergo a scientific redesign:
- Temporary Vending Sheds: To support genuine small-scale vendors, the AMC plans to construct temporary sheds that can accommodate up to 130 sellers during the transition phase.
- Slaughterhouse Regulation: Plans are in place to build a scientifically designed, hygienic slaughterhouse within the market vicinity to end the unlawful practice of open meat cutting on roadsides.
- Improved Lighting and Drainage: The market will benefit from the new pump sets being installed in the Ramnagar area to ensure it remains flood-free during the monsoon.
Mayor’s Appeal to Citizens
Concluding his visit, Mayor Majumder urged the public to stop purchasing goods from roadside stalls that appear without municipal approval.
“When citizens buy from unauthorized roadside vendors, they encourage illegal encroachment and put their own safety at risk,” the Mayor said. “Support the licensed traders within the market to help us keep Agartala clean and disciplined.”
