AGARTALA: The newly elected executive committee of the Tripura Hawkers’ Union officially took their oath of office during a ceremony held in the capital city on Wednesday. To mark the occasion, the organization also hosted a voluntary blood donation camp aimed at supporting local blood banks and raising social awareness.
Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha attended the event as the Chief Guest, alongside Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) Mayor Dipak Majumder and other dignitaries, union office-bearers, and local trade representatives.
Key Highlights from the Ceremony
- Swearing-In Ceremony: The newly elected office-bearers pledged to work dedicatedly toward safeguarding the livelihoods, rights, and welfare of street vendors and hawkers across the state.
- Blood Donation Drive: A large number of hawkers and union members voluntarily donated blood during the drive to assist state blood banks during seasonal demand.
- CM Manik Saha’s Address: Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha praised the Hawkers’ Union for pairing their organizational transition with a noble social cause like blood donation. He reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting informal sector workers, ensuring urban livelihood stability, and fostering organized street commerce in Agartala.
- Civic Support: Mayor Dipak Majumder highlighted the Agartala Municipal Corporation’s ongoing efforts to streamline designated hawking zones, balancing urban development with the economic security of small traders.
