Tripura is taking a major stride towards transforming its tourism landscape with plans to establish a state-of-the-art adventure, eco-tourism, and water park in Sachindranagar Colony, Jirania, under the West District. The project, aimed at boosting sustainable tourism and creating new employment opportunities, was discussed during a high-level virtual meeting chaired by Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury on October 10 with senior officials of the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI). Highlighting the importance of the project, Minister Chowdhury stated, “Our goal is not only to attract domestic and international tourists but also to generate employment opportunities for the local population.” He emphasized that the proposed facility will serve as a model for eco-friendly and adventure-based tourism, aligning with the state’s long-term vision of sustainable development.
The upcoming park is expected to be designed on the lines of Kolkata’s Niko Park, a renowned recreation hub known for blending entertainment with nature conservation. SIDBI has agreed to extend financial assistance under its Cluster Development Fund Scheme (SCDF), a move that will accelerate project implementation. Officials revealed that the Tripura government is keen to ensure the park’s timely completion and is exploring further collaborations with SIDBI to expand investment in tourism-related infrastructure. The new facility will feature a range of attractions—from adventure sports and water activities to eco-tourism trails—promoting Tripura as a vibrant, year-round tourist destination.
The project is expected to serve as a major catalyst for the local economy by creating hundreds of direct and indirect jobs while also supporting small businesses in hospitality, transport, and local handicrafts. With its natural beauty, cultural richness, and growing infrastructure, Tripura aims to position itself as one of India’s emerging eco-tourism hubs in the Northeast.
