By Tripura24.in Reporter
Agartala is all set to host the prestigious Joint Regional Official Language Conference for the East, North-East, and North regions on February 20, 2026. Organized by the Department of Official Language, Ministry of Home Affairs, the grand event will be held at the International Indoor Exhibition Centre, Hapania.
The conference will be inaugurated by the Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, at 2:00 PM.
A Massive Gathering of Regions
The joint conference will witness the participation of senior officials from Central Government offices, banks, and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) across three major zones:
- Eastern Region: West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, and Jharkhand.
- North-Eastern Region: Tripura, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim.
- Northern Region: Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh.
Honoring Excellence: 80 Regional Awards
A key highlight of the event will be the presentation of 80 Regional Awards for the year 2024-25. These awards will honor offices and banks that have shown outstanding dedication to implementing the Official Language (Hindi). Additionally, various Town Official Language Implementation Committees (TOLICs) will be conferred with the prestigious ‘Narak Rajbhasha Samman’.
Special Features of the Event
- Exhibition Stalls: Innovative displays showcasing activities and digital advancements in Official Language implementation will be set up at the venue.
- Yoga Session: To promote well-being among participating officials, a special yoga session is scheduled for today (February 19) from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
- Press Briefing: The Secretary of the Department of Official Language will address the media today at 12:30 PM at the Sonartari State Guest House to provide further details on the program.
Security and Preparations
Tight security has been deployed across Agartala, particularly near Hapania and the airport, ahead of the Home Minister’s visit. High-level officials, including West Tripura DM and SP, have conducted final inspections to ensure a seamless execution of this high-profile national event.
[Image: Preparations underway at the Hapania International Indoor Exhibition Centre for the Rajbhasha Sammelan]
