By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Sunday, February 8, 2026
AGARTALA: Following the large-scale demolition of the historic Howrah Market in the Battala area, the Hon’ble Mayor of Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC), Shri Dipak Majumder, visited the site today to review the post-eviction situation. During his inspection, the Mayor delivered a significant message of reassurance to the displaced trading community, promising a swift return to business for legitimate shopkeepers.
Reconstruction on a War Footing
Addressing the media at the site, Mayor Dipak Majumder announced that the Corporation is not merely clearing space but is committed to scientific redevelopment. He set a firm deadline for the rehabilitation of genuine traders.
“We understand that livelihoods are at stake. However, the old Howrah Market had become a hub for illegal activities and unmanageable congestion. For every shopkeeper who holds a valid AMC trade license, the Municipal Corporation will construct and allot new, permanent stalls within the next one month. Our goal is to replace chaos with a modern, organized marketplace,” the Mayor asserted.
A “Modern Riverfront” Vision
The Mayor explained that the demolition was a necessary step for the Howrah Riverfront Development Project under the Smart City initiative.
- The Plan: The area is being transformed into a modern hub featuring a riverside amusement park, cycling tracks, and organized vending sheds.
- Cleaning Up: The Mayor noted that the previous structure was plagued by illicit liquor trade and gambling, which had long bothered local residents and genuine businessmen.
- Sanitation: The new market will feature proper waste disposal systems to prevent the dumping of refuse into the Howrah River, which was a major environmental concern.
Tender Already Issued
In a move that backs the Mayor’s “one-month” promise, it was revealed that the AMC has already issued an open tender valued at approximately ₹1.13 crore for the “Construction of Sheds at Haora Market.” The project has a stipulated completion period of just 30 days, signaling the administration’s urgency in resettling the licensed vendors.
Mayor Sets a Personal Example
In a rare move of political ethics, the Mayor also drew attention for ordering the removal of a platform in front of his own party office in the Ramnagar constituency that had partially encroached on a footpath. “The law is equal for everyone, whether it is a market or a party office. If we want a Smart City, we must all be ready to follow the rules,” he remarked.
Relief for Legitimate Traders
While the eviction had initially caused distress, the Mayor’s visit and the specific timeline for rebuilding have brought a sense of relief to the licensed traders of Battala. Accompanied by the Municipal Commissioner and local Corporators, the Mayor assured that the “New Howrah Market” would be a model of urban trade, free from the influence of “mafia elements” or illegal encroachers.
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