By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Thursday, January 29, 2026
AGARTALA: In a major push towards economic self-sufficiency and youth empowerment, the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) today organized a grand distribution ceremony at the Swami Vivekananda Maidan (Astabal Ground). Under the council’s flagship TIPRA-HAM (Tripura Indigenous People’s Livelihood Resource Assistance and Help for Advancement of Micro-Entrepreneurship) scheme, approximately 200 e-auto rickshaws were handed over to unemployed indigenous youth from various parts of the state.
A Vision for Economic Freedom
The event was graced by the presence of Tipra Motha Party (TMP) Supremo Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, who arrived at the venue to a thunderous welcome. In a symbolic gesture of solidarity with the working class, the Royal Scion was seen briefly driving one of the e-autos on the field, much to the delight of the beneficiaries.
Addressing the massive gathering, Pradyot Kishore emphasized that true empowerment comes from economic independence rather than mere political slogans.
“Our struggle for ‘Greater Tipraland’ is not just about land; it is about the dignity and livelihood of our youth. These 200 e-autos are just the beginning. We want to ensure that our boys and girls don’t have to look toward anyone for help but can stand on their own feet,” the Royal Scion remarked.
Key Dignitaries on the Dais
The ceremony saw the collective leadership of the TTAADC administration in attendance:
- Shri Purna Chandra Jamatia, Chief Executive Member (CEM), TTAADC.
- Shri Brishaketu Debbarma, Hon’ble Minister and Executive Member (EM).
- Shri Kamal Kalai, Executive Member (EM).
- Shri Ranjit Debbarma, Hon’ble MLA.
- Senior officials and administrators of the TTAADC.
The TIPRA-HAM Scheme: Transforming Livelihoods
CEM Purna Chandra Jamatia highlighted that the TIPRA-HAM project, launched in 2025, was specifically designed to tackle the unemployment crisis in the sixth-schedule areas.
- Subsidy and Support: Each beneficiary received the vehicle with a 20% subsidy from the TTAADC, along with simplified loan procedures through tie-ups with Bajaj Finance.
- Charging Infrastructure: To support the e-autos, the council is also facilitating the installation of charging units at the homes of the beneficiaries.
- Scaling Up: Pradyot Kishore announced that the council aims to distribute a total of 1,600 additional vehicles in phases to boost the rural transport and tourism economy.
Rising Above Politics
In his speech, Pradyot Kishore also touched upon national security and unity, urging the people to stay united amidst regional challenges. He also proposed the establishment of cold storage facilities to help tribal farmers transport their produce to urban markets using these new vehicles, thereby creating a self-sustaining value chain.
The beneficiaries, many of whom have been struggling for employment since the pandemic, expressed deep gratitude to the Council. The event concluded with the ceremonial handing over of keys, marking a new chapter of “Chaitokrow” (Self-Reliance) for 200 families across Tripura.
