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28 Jan

BJP Government’s Tribal-Focused Initiatives Gain Strong Public Support in Sabroom

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on January 28 said that the BJP-led “double-engine” government is fully committed to the all-round development of the state’s tribal society, which he said had remained neglected for many years under previous administrations. Addressing a public meeting in Sabroom, the Chief Minister said democracy becomes meaningful only when common people are empowered and actively involved in governance. He stated that for decades, the concerns and needs of tribal communities were not given due importance, resulting in gaps in development and access to welfare benefits. Saha said the present government, under the leadership of the Bharatiya…

24 Jan

Artist attacked in Tripura for drawing ex-CM Manik Sarkar’s portraits

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Satyajit Pal, a young artist, was reportedly attacked by miscreants allegedly linked to the BJP at Kalyanpur in Tripura on Friday for drawing portraits of former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar. Pal has been drawing portraits and paintings of prominent personalities, including leaders, ministers, and VVIPs from different political parties for the past many years, and regularly uploads them on social media for sale and public viewing. However, after he recently uploaded a portrait of former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar on social media, Pal was verbally abused by one Jayanta Bhattacharjee, who claimed to be a local BJP leader. The situation…

22 Jan

Dispute Erupts in North Tripura as VHP Seeks Permission for Saraswati Puja in School Campus

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Tension has surfaced in Dharmanagar town of North Tripura following a dispute over the celebration of Saraswati Puja at Holy Cross Convent School, located at Sakaibari. The issue has triggered concern among local residents and Hindu organisations after allegations that the school authorities did not allow the observance of the festival within the school premises. According to the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), its North District Committee has been requesting permission for several years to organise Saraswati Puja at the school. The organisation claimed that despite repeated appeals, no written approval has been granted by the school management so far. Leaders…

21 Jan

Dhirendra Chandra Dutta Posthumously Honoured with Tripura Bibhushan; Folk Artist Sadagar Among Awardees

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On the occasion of Tripura Statehood Day, the state government has announced the names of 16 individuals and institutions who will be honoured with State Civil Awards and Statehood Day Awards for their work and service in different fields. The awards recognise contributions in education, art and culture, science, agriculture, entrepreneurship, sports, and public life. The awards will be formally presented at the state-level Statehood Day function scheduled to be held on January 21 at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan in Agartala. Under the State Civil Awards, the highest civilian honour of the state, Tripura Bibhushan, will be conferred posthumously on eminent…

20 Jan

Solar Microgrids Light Up 274 Remote Tribal Villages as TREDA Earns SKOCH Silver Award

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Electricity has finally reached some of the most remote and hard-to-access tribal villages of the North East, changing daily life for thousands of families who lived without power for decades. This major achievement has earned the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency (TREDA) a Silver Medal at the SKOCH Awards 2025, recognising its work in using solar energy to reach areas where regular power lines could not. The award was presented at the 105th SKOCH Awards ceremony held in New Delhi. The honour was given by Sameer Kochhar, Chairman and Managing Director of the SKOCH Group. The award recognises TREDA’s efforts…

20 Jan

CM Highlights Kokborok’s Role in Preserving Tripura’s Heritage

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha highlighted the significance of the Kokborok language in preserving the state's cultural identity and indigenous heritage during a Kokborok Day program at Tripura Bhawan in New Delhi. He reaffirmed the government's dedication to protecting, preserving, and promoting the Kokborok language as part of a broader commitment to inclusive development, particularly concerning the cultural roots and linguistic traditions of the indigenous communities. Saha emphasized Tripura's rich diversity, noting the presence of 19 tribal communities and various sub-tribes, each contributing uniquely to the state's social, cultural, and linguistic tapestry. He remarked that the celebrations represented the state's…

19 Jan

TTAADC Elections Near, Pradyot Debbarman Mounts Offensive Against BJP Leadership in Tripura

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With the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections approaching, Tipra Motha founder and Member of District Council (MDC) Pradyot Kishore Debbarman has launched a strong political offensive against Chief Minister Manik Saha, asserting that Tipra Motha remains firmly rooted among the indigenous people and cannot be defeated in the upcoming polls. Addressing a public gathering on Sunday at the foundation stone laying ceremony of a community hall under the Takarjala–Jampuijala constituency, Debbarman said the political journey of Tipra Motha was different from that of other parties in the state. The community hall, once completed, will have a seating…

19 Jan

Manik Saha Initiates Tripura Bhavan Expansion Project in National Capital

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated the foundation stone for the Extension Project of Tripura Bhavan on Monday, located at Bir Tikendrajit Marg, New Delhi. This significant development aims to bolster the infrastructure available to Tripura residents in the national capital, with a construction budget estimated at Rs 2.95 crore for the addition of six rooms and two hall rooms. The Chief Minister emphasized that this project will enhance the facilities available for individuals from Tripura visiting New Delhi for various purposes, including medical care, education, cultural initiatives, and business opportunities. Saha shared this commitment to progressive infrastructure, stating the…

17 Jan

West Tripura to Get Mushroom Spawn Production Unit Under TRLM to Support Women Farmers

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The Tripura government has approved an amount of Rs 1.07 crore for setting up a Mushroom Spawn Production Unit in West Tripura district. The project will be taken up under the Tripura Rural Livelihood Mission (TRLM) and is aimed at improving rural livelihoods and supporting small-scale farmers and women engaged in mushroom cultivation. Officials said the new unit is being planned to help local mushroom growers, mostly women associated with TRLM and commonly known as didis, who currently depend on spawn supplied from outside the state. Because of this dependence, growers often face higher costs, delays in supply, and uncertainty…

15 Jan

CM Saha Highlights Tribal Development as Core Priority, Cites Major Budgetary Support and World Bank Aid

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on January 15 said that his government has placed tribal welfare and development at the very centre of its policies, with a large share of the state budget being spent on programmes meant for indigenous communities. Speaking at a programme organised by the Darlong community in Kumarghat, under Unakoti district, the Chief Minister said nearly 40 per cent of Tripura’s total budget is set aside exclusively for tribal welfare. He said this clearly shows the government’s strong commitment to inclusive growth and equal development for all sections of society. Saha shared details of the state’s…