BY TC News Desk
Agartala, 21st December 2024: The two-day 1434 Tring festival was officially inaugurated by Forest Minister Animesh Debbarma, who is also the MLA from the Asharambari assembly constituency yesterday evening. The event was organized by the Asharambari Tring Festival Committee at Tulashikhar Ram Dewan Chowdhury Para in Khowai.
The inauguration was attended by MLA Ranjit Debbarma from the Ramchandraghat assembly constituency, TTAADC EM Ananta Debbarma, Khowai District Magistrate Chandani Chandran, and BAC Chairman Bishu Debbarma among others. The event began with the lighting of the lamp by Forest Minister Animesh Debbarma.
Speaking to media personnel, Minister Debbarma highlighted the significance of the Tring festival, explaining, “Just like the Bangabda of Bengalis, December 22nd of Tiprasa is considered the first day of the year. During the time of the Maharajas, especially in the eighties, this calendar was Tiring. After TIPRA Motha came to power in ADC, a holiday has been declared on the occasion of this Tring.” He added, “From today, the Tring Festival has started to welcome the new year.”
The festival features various cultural programs performed by artists from different parts of the tribal section. The event attracts a large number of people from the tribal community, with many setting up stalls and other arrangements in the fair premises. Minister Debbarma emphasized the enthusiasm surrounding the festival, stating, “A lot of enthusiasm can be seen among the people in the tribal section around it.”
The two-day fair will be celebrated yesterday and today, with cultural programs continuing throughout the night. The vibrant atmosphere and significant participation reflect the deep cultural heritage and community spirit associated with the Tring festival.
