By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | March 10, 2026
AGARTALA: The traditional fervor of Dol Purnima and Basanta Utsav came alive in the capital today as the Department of Information and Cultural Affairs (ICA) organized the state-level Dol festival. The celebrations took place at the picturesque Amra Kunja (Mango Grove) of Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan, drawing a large crowd of cultural enthusiasts, artists, and citizens.
The event, which aims to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of the state, was marked by the smearing of herbal Abir, traditional songs, and dance performances that welcomed the arrival of spring.
Dignitaries Grace the Occasion
The festive program was attended by prominent figures from the city’s administrative and cultural circles:
- Shri Dipak Majumdar, Mayor of Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) and MLA.
- Shri Bimbiswar Bhattacharya, Director of the Information and Cultural Affairs Department.
- Shri Subrata Chakraborty, Vice-Chairman of the State Cultural Advisory Committee.
Messages of Unity and Harmony
In his address to the gathering, Mayor Dipak Majumdar extended his warm greetings to the people of Tripura. He emphasized that festivals like Dol Utsav act as a bridge between different communities, fostering a sense of peace and brotherhood.
”Dol Utsav is not just a festival of colors; it is a celebration of our collective identity. The state government, through the ICA department, is committed to ensuring that our traditional festivals are celebrated with grandeur, involving every section of society,” the Mayor stated.
Cultural Extravaganza at Amra Kunja
The atmosphere at Rabindra Bhavan was filled with the rhythmic beats of the Khol and Kartal.
- Musical Tributes: Local artists performed iconic Rabindra Sangeet and folk songs dedicated to the season of Basanta (Spring).
- Herbal Colors: Following the government’s advisory for a safe festival, organizers promoted the use of eco-friendly herbal colors, discouraging the use of harmful chemicals.
- Community Participation: Citizens from all walks of life, including students from cultural institutions, joined the dignitaries in the symbolic play of colors.
Director Bimbiswar Bhattacharya noted that such state-organized events help in documenting and passing down cultural rituals to the younger generation. Subrata Chakraborty, in his speech, highlighted the department’s ongoing efforts to decentralize cultural activities across all districts and subdivisions.
A City Painted in Hues
While the state-level function was held at Rabindra Bhavan, similar celebrations were reported from various temples across Agartala, including the Jagannath Jiu Temple and the Lakshmi Narayan Jiu Temple, where religious rituals preceded the social festivities.
The security across the city remained tight to ensure a peaceful celebration, with the administration thanking the public for their cooperation in maintaining decorum during the festivities.
