By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | March 10, 2026
AGARTALA: In a major push toward inclusive growth, the Chief Minister Minority Development Project was officially inaugurated today at a grand ceremony in Pragya Bhavan, Agartala. The event was graced by Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, who was accompanied by Minority Welfare Minister Shukla Charan Noatia and Agartala Mayor-cum-MLA Dipak Majumdar, among other high-ranking officials.
The project aims to enhance the socio-economic status of minority communities in Tripura through targeted interventions in education, housing, and livelihood support.
Commitment to “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”
During the inauguration, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha reiterated that his government is dedicated to the holistic development of all sections of society, regardless of religion or community.
- Empowerment Through Schemes: The CM noted that the new project would streamline the delivery of state and central benefits to minority-dominated clusters.
- Economic Support: Minister Shukla Charan Noatia highlighted that the department is focusing on skill-building and providing subsidized credit to minority entrepreneurs to ensure they become active participants in the state’s economy.
- Urban Integration: Mayor Dipak Majumdar emphasized that the Agartala Municipal Corporation is working in tandem with the Minority Welfare department to upgrade infrastructure in minority-populated wards of the city.
CM Dr. Manik Saha Slams TMC Governance in Bengal
Following the formal ceremony, the Chief Minister interacted with the media and shared his insights on his recent high-voltage campaign in West Bengal. Dr. Saha, who addressed a massive Paribartan Yatra in Bardhaman yesterday (March 9), did not mince words about the political climate in the neighboring state.
Key Reactions from the CM:
- Restoration of Democracy: Dr. Saha alleged that West Bengal is currently suffering under a “reign of terror” and corruption. He called upon the people of Bengal to oust the Trinamool Congress (TMC) to restore the rule of law.
- “Migratory Birds”: He compared the TMC’s presence in Tripura to “migratory birds,” stating they only appear during elections and lack any real connection to the soil.
- The “Tripura Model”: The CM argued that just as Tripura was freed from the “misrule of the Left,” West Bengal is also on the cusp of a major political shift toward the BJP.
- Safety Concerns: He raised concerns over the safety of women and the breakdown of constitutional machinery in Bengal, contrasting it with the “peaceful and development-oriented” environment now prevalent in Tripura.
Focus on Internal Governance
Responding to queries on local governance, the Chief Minister assured that the implementation of the Minority Development Project would be monitored strictly for transparency. He concluded by stating that his government’s “Ashta Lakshmi” vision is designed to make Tripura a gateway for progress in the entire Northeast.
