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  Foundation Stone Laid for ₹ 67 Crore Tourism Infrastructure Project in Amarpur Agartala, May 6: Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Tuesday announced the state government's intent to deploy newly recruited Special Executives as tourist police, with the aim of strengthening safety, security, and visitor assistance at major tourism locations. The move, expected to enhance the tourist experience and promote the state's tourism sector, awaits the final publication of a list comprising 6,067 selected Special Executives. Dr. Saha made the announcement while laying the foundation stone of a ₹ 67 crore tourism infrastructure project, funded by the Asian Development Bank ( ADB), at Amarpur in the Gomati district. The project includes developments at prominent tourist destinations such as Chabimura, Fatik Sagar, and Amar Sagar. “ Tripura has immense potential in the tourism sector,” said the Chief Minister, referring to major attractions like Neermahal, Dumboor Lake, and sever...

Objective: Enhancing Inter- agency Preparedness for Emergency Scenarios Agartala, May 6: In a significant move towards strengthening disaster management infrastructure and inter- agency coordination, the Government of Tripura will conduct a comprehensive Civil Defence Mock Drill across all districts on May 7 ( Wednesday), in accordance with directives issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. At a press conference held at the Secretariat on Tuesday, Revenue Secretary Brijesh Pandey stated that the statewide mock exercise would be coordinated by District Disaster Management Authorities in partnership with District Civil Defence Corps. The event will include participation from key emergency response stakeholders such as the police, fire and rescue services, health departments, and Civil Defence volunteers. “ The main aim of this exercise is to test the effectiveness of our alert systems, evaluate evacuation strategies, and gauge the synergy between multiple agencies during crises like ai...

  Agartala, May 2: Hon’ble Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Thursday conducted an extensive inspection of ongoing urban development works, with a special focus on drainage systems, across wards 16, 20, and 32 in Agartala city. His visit covered areas including Town Hall, Shantipara, Kshetra Mohan School, Netaji Chowmuhani (embankment side), Netaji School, Forest Office, Howrah Riverfront Project, Singh Para, RMS Chowmuhani, Baduartali, and various parts of Ramnagar 1 to 4. During his visit, Dr. Saha engaged with local citizens, listened to their grievances and suggestions, and issued necessary instructions to the concerned officials for immediate and long-term solutions. Accompanying the Chief Minister were Agartala Municipal Corporation Mayor and local MLA Shri Dipak Majumder, BJP West District President Shri Asim Bhattacharjee, and Town Bordowali Mandal President Shyamal Kumar Deb among others. The visit underscored the government’s commitment to urban development and re...

  Agartala, May 2: A massive fire broke out around 10 AM on Thursday at the Hapania market, reducing six shops to ashes. The affected establishments include four fast food stalls, a sweet shop, and a fruit stall. The incident sparked panic among locals and traders. Upon receiving the information, fire tenders rushed to the spot and managed to douse the flames after intense efforts. Although no casualties were reported, the shops suffered extensive damage. Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire might have originated from an electrical short circuit. Local MLA Mina Rani Sarkar , Agartala Municipal Corporation Mayor Deepak Majumder , South Zone Chairperson and Corporator Abhijit Mallick , Corporator Bapi Das , and local Corporator Sabita Kar promptly visited the site. They assessed the damage and spoke to the affected shop owners in detail. Speaking to the media, Mayor Deepak Majumder assured, “The state government and the Agartala Municipal Corporation stand firmly wit...

  Agartala, May 2: The finals of the much-anticipated Nani Gopal Memorial U-13 and U-17 Inter-District Football Tournament were held today at Umakanta Maidan with tremendous fanfare and excitement. Organised by the Tripura Football Association , the tournament showcased some of the most promising young footballers from across the state. The grand final attracted a large crowd of spectators who filled the stadium with cheers and applause as both matches delivered top-class sporting action. The energy was palpable as players demonstrated their skills, teamwork, and determination. Several notable guests, including Mayor of Agartala, Mr. Deepak Majumder , were in attendance. The prize distribution ceremony was presided over by Tripura Sports Minister, Mr. Tinku Roy , who lauded the players for their enthusiasm and dedication. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister remarked, “We are proud of these young footballers. Sports is not just entertainment—it builds discipline, teamwork, a...

Agartala, May 2: In a significant move to upgrade the state’s educational infrastructure, Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha virtually inaugurated five newly constructed school buildings across Tripura on Thursday. The main event was held at Ramnagar Higher Secondary School, where Dr. Saha addressed students and teachers, highlighting the government’s continued commitment to education. The newly inaugurated school buildings include: 🏫 Ramnagar Higher Secondary School – ₹1.86 crore 🏫 Darogamura High School – ₹1.19 crore 🏫 Bar Kathalia Higher Secondary School – ₹1.86 crore 🏫 Sukanta Academy English Medium School – ₹49.8 lakh 🏫 Khudiram Bose English Medium School – ₹3.29 crore Dr. Saha emphasised that the government is simultaneously recruiting teachers and developing modern school infrastructure in every district. “Educators are the backbone of a developed society. I urge all teachers to guide students into becoming responsible citizens,” he stated. Referring t...

  Agartala, May 1, 2025 : On the occasion of International Workers’ Day , the All India Central Council of Trade Unions (AICCTU) , Tripura State Council, organised a State Workers' Convention at the Agartala Press Club, focusing on resisting fascist and imperialist aggression and defending the Constitution and democracy. The convention began by paying homage to the martyrs of the historic May Day of 1886 , who laid down their lives demanding 8 hours of work, 8 hours of rest, and 8 hours of recreation. Speakers stressed that in the present era of labour exploitation, low wages, unemployment, and inequality under the guise of new Labour Codes and long working hours, the relevance of May Day has grown stronger. State Secretary of AICCTU, Comrade Swapan Banik , and CPI(ML) State Secretary Partha Karmakar , among others, addressed the gathering. They criticised the Modi government's policies, including the new National Agricultural Marketing Policy seen as an attempt to revive th...

  Agartala, May 2: In response to the recent terror attack in the Pehelgaun area of Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 28 people and injured several others, the Bordowli Mandal, along with its dedicated party workers, took part in a peaceful rally today. The rally was led by Mandal President Shyamal Deb, Leader Kamal Deb, Mayor and MLA Dipak Majumder. The procession started in the town with participants holding up flex banners to raise awareness about the grave situation in Kashmir, which has once again raised concerns about India’s internal security. The incident, which mirrors the 2019 Pulwama attack that resulted in the death of 40 CRPF personnel, has drawn widespread international attention and condemnation. The rally ended with a candlelight vigil, symbolising solidarity with the victims and a peaceful call for justice. Speaking to reporters, MLA Dipak Majumder stressed the importance of ensuring security for all citizens, asserting that such attacks challenge India’s sove...

  ​ Agartala, April 30: Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha addressed the issue of unemployment and recent protests by Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) aspirants during an event at Nazrul Kalakshetra, where appointment letters were distributed to 228 individuals under the Education Department. He emphasized that demonstrations do not guarantee job creation and highlighted the government's commitment to transparent recruitment processes. ​ During the ceremony, 66 undergraduate teachers and 162 graduate teachers received appointment letters. Dr. Saha noted that the current administration has provided government jobs to 17,554 individuals through direct recruitment, contributing to a significant decline in the state's unemployment rate. He stated that employment opportunities have increased rapidly under the government's transparent recruitment policy. ​ Citing data, the Chief Minister pointed out that in the 2018-19 fiscal year, Tripura's unemployment rate was 10%, compared...

The Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA), under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved caste-based census for the upcoming national headcount. This policy shift underscores the government’s focus on building an inclusive society through targeted and data-driven development strategies. Moving beyond divisive vote-bank politics, the central government aims to empower disadvantaged communities and ensure equal opportunities for all. According to BJP sources, this caste census will act as a vital instrument in achieving the goal of “Antyodaya,” which envisions the rise of the last person in the queue, thereby realising the dream of a just and balanced India.