Agartala, 21st April 2026: The Tripura Tourism Development Forum (TTDF) held its Annual General Meeting at Hotel The Elite in Agartala, focusing on the development and future roadmap of the state’s tourism sector.
The meeting brought together several prominent figures, including Rajya Sabha MP Rajib Bhattacharjee, Agartala Municipal Corporation Mayor Dipak Majumder, Agartala Press Club President Pranab Sarkar, and TTDF President Parikshit De, among other distinguished attendees.
The discussions centered on the current status of tourism in Tripura, its future potential, and strategic plans for growth. Special emphasis was placed on improving infrastructure at key tourist destinations, strengthening connectivity, and identifying new tourism spots across the state.
Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the meeting, MP Rajib Bhattacharjee highlighted that the northeastern region had long been neglected after India’s independence. However, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, renewed focus has been placed on the overall development of the Northeast, leading to new avenues of growth in states like Tripura.
He further noted that the state government has been consistently working towards improving the tourism sector. Upgradation and modernization of tourist infrastructure have resulted in a significant increase in visitors from outside the state. He also mentioned that recent high-profile visits, including Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty’s visit to the Mata Tripura Sundari Temple, have further boosted the visibility of Tripura’s tourism potential.
The MP added that the government plans to identify new tourist destinations and develop them into visitor-friendly sites in the coming years. Other speakers at the meeting also stressed the importance of positioning Tripura more prominently on the national tourism map.
Overall, the meeting is expected to play a significant role in shaping the future of tourism development in Tripura, with stakeholders expressing optimism about sustained growth in the sector.
