Biplab Kumar Deb Meets NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri in New Delhi

By  Firstdespatch Desk   May 26, 2026

Agartala, May 26 (FD) Former Tripura Chief Minister and Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb met newly appointed NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri in New Delhi and congratulated him on assuming the prestigious position.

During the meeting, the two leaders held detailed discussions on various financial and economic developments concerning Tripura, with a particular focus on the state’s future growth prospects and development opportunities.

Speaking about the interaction, Deb said discussions were held on several key financial issues linked to Tripura and on strategies to accelerate economic growth in the state.

In a post on X, NITI Aayog described the interaction as a courtesy meeting during which both leaders exchanged views on important economic matters related to Tripura.

According to the post, the discussions primarily revolved around regional economic challenges, emerging development opportunities and long-term economic planning for the state. The exchange of views also reflected the extensive understanding and experience of both leaders regarding the broader economic landscape of West Bengal and the eastern region of India. FD JK