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Nov 02, 2025Chief Minister Professor (Dr.) Manik Saha on Sunday inaugurated the 100th Weekly Cultural Market (Sanskriti Haat) organised by Bangla Sanskriti Boloy at Senpara under Old Agartala Block. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that culture is the true ornament of life, and without it, no society can survive.
Addressing the gathering of cultural activists and locals at Sen Para, CM Dr Saha announced Rs 50.25 lakh for the infrastructural development of the haat. He said, “Tripura’s composite cultural heritage is extremely rich, and we take immense pride in it.”
He added that the state government, through the Department of Information and Cultural Affairs, is making continuous efforts to revive the state’s lost cultural traditions and promote local talents, especially among the younger generation.
Dr. Saha commended the initiative of Bangla Sanskriti Boloy, describing it as a meaningful step toward enriching the future generation culturally. He noted that such weekly cultural haats play a vital role in nurturing young talents and preserving indigenous traditions.
The Chief Minister further stated that these events have also empowered rural women by providing alternative sources of income, helping them move towards self-reliance.
Highlighting Tripura’s deep-rooted cultural connections, the Chief Minister also spoke about the royal era’s cultural richness and the historical link between Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore and the Manikya kings of Tripura. He emphasized the importance of cultural training and preservation and expressed his desire to see cultural hubs like Senpara evolve into centres for tourism and livelihood generation.
Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Tinku Roy, who also spoke at the event, lauded the initiative, stressing on women’s empowerment through culture. MLA Ratan Chakraborty and Vice-Chairman of the State Cultural Advisory Committee Subrata Chakraborty also addressed the gathering.
The 100th edition of the weekly cultural haat witnessed a large turnout of artists, women’s self-help groups, and culture enthusiasts. Women members of self-help groups displayed and sold various handmade products, crafts, and traditional goods at the event.
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