On the occasion of the Bengali New Year, the Tripura government has taken up multiple initiatives, including the sale of fresh fish at affordable prices across various regions. The Fisheries Department has set up special outlets in Udaipur subdivision of Gomati district and Amarpur. Around 1,500 kilograms of different varieties of fish were sold at Rs 200 per kilograms, bringing relief to consumers. Festivities were also seen at Kamalti wholesale fish market in Sepahijala district, where trading continued from midnight of Chaitra Sankranti into the New Year. Fishermen from Rudrasagar, Gomati and nearby areas supplied fresh catches, while traders purchased in bulk for retail sale.
Meanwhile, despite the growing influence of digital systems, traditional practices continued to hold strong among the business community. On the occasion of the New Year, traditional “Halkhata” rituals were observed by traders, marking the closing of old account books and opening of new ones for the year.
Devotees thronged temples including Lakshmi Narayan Bari and Tripura Sundari Temple, offering prayers for peace and prosperity, while the government also extended support to underprivileged sections. The scenes across markets and temples reflected a unique blend of tradition, celebration, and community spirit, as people welcomed the New Year with renewed hope and optimism.
