By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Saturday, February 7, 2026
Agartala: As part of the ongoing efforts to position Tripura as a premier industrial hub in the Northeast, the Hon’ble Minister for Industries & Commerce, Smt. Santana Chakma, is set to attend a high-level Reverse Buyer Seller Meet (RBSM) tomorrow, February 7, 2026. The prestigious event will take place at Hotel Polo Towers, Agartala, and is expected to be a game-changer for the state’s MSME sector and local exporters.
The RBSM is being organized as a key strategic component of the 36th Tripura Industries & Commerce Fair (TICF) 2026. Unlike traditional trade meets, a ‘Reverse’ meet brings prominent international and national buyers directly to the sellers’ home turf, allowing local entrepreneurs to showcase their products without the logistical burden of traveling abroad.
Connecting Tripura to Global Markets
The meet aims to provide a structured B2B (Business-to-Business) platform for Tripura’s diverse sectors, including Rubber, Bamboo, Agar, Handloom & Handicrafts, and Food Processing. Minister Santana Chakma, who has been proactive in implementing the Tripura IT/ITeS Policy and boosting the state’s industrial estates, will interact with a delegation of buyers looking to source high-quality, indigenous products from the region.
“This meet is a golden opportunity for our local MSMEs to secure international orders and understand global quality standards. Under the leadership of CM Dr. Manik Saha, we are committed to making ‘Made in Tripura’ a global brand,” a senior official from the Industries Department stated.
Key Highlights of the Event:
- Direct Market Linkages: Local artisans and small-scale industrialists will have one-on-one sessions with procurement agencies and export houses.
- Focus on RAMP Scheme: The meet aligns with the objectives of the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) scheme to enhance the competitiveness of Tripura’s small businesses.
- Industrial Synergy: Senior officials including Kiran Gitte (IAS), Secretary of Industries & Commerce, and Nabadal Banik, Chairman of TIDC, are also expected to attend to facilitate policy discussions between the government and private investors.
Strategic Importance
This event comes at a time when Tripura is being recognized for its ease of doing business, having implemented all 23 priority areas of the central deregulation initiative. The Reverse Buyer Seller Meet at Polo Towers is expected to result in several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and long-term trade partnerships that will boost the state’s economy and generate local employment.
Security and hospitality arrangements at Hotel Polo Towers have been finalized for the arrival of the ministerial delegation and international guests.
