By Firstdespatch Desk Sep 21, 2026
Agartala, Sept 21 (FD) Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha chaired a preparatory meeting at Muktadhara Auditorium to review arrangements for the upcoming Durga Puja celebrations and Maayer Gomon Carnival 2026 in Agartala. The Maayer Gomon Carnival will be held on October 23, with the central stage once again planned in front of Maharani Tulsibati Girls Higher Secondary School.
The meeting was attended by Agartala Municipal Corporation Mayor and MLA Dipak Majumder, Acting Sabhadhipati of West Tripura Zila Parishad Biswajit Shil, AMC corporators, ICA Secretary Kiran Gitte, Revenue Secretary Milind Ramteke, IGP (Law and Order) Manchak Ipper and representatives of various departments and clubs.
Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha emphasized the need for close coordination among departments to ensure the smooth and peaceful conduct of Durga Puja and Maayer Gomon. He directed officials to complete roadside tree trimming, removal of electricity wires and other preparatory works at the earliest. He also instructed the police administration to ensure the uninterrupted movement of ambulances during the Puja days and called for stricter policing to maintain public safety and law and order.
Representatives of different clubs urged the authorities to prohibit the use of DJs during Puja and idol immersion ceremonies. The Chief Minister also stressed the need for greater publicity for Maayer Gomon and suggested inviting foreign guests and exploring tourism packages so visitors can experience Durga Puja and the carnival.
Mayor Dipak Majumder said the government aims to make the festival successful with collective cooperation and highlighted the importance of maintaining law and order. He also invited major clubs to participate in Maayer Gomon, noting that a single-window system for Puja permissions has been introduced and registration fees have been waived.
ICA Secretary Kiran Gitte described Maayer Gomon as a reflection of Tripura's cultural heritage, while Revenue Secretary Milind Ramteke stressed systematic arrangements for pandal construction, lighting, volunteers and waste management.
IGP Manchak Ipper advised Puja organizers to avoid forcible subscription collection and violations of traffic rules. Preparatory measures for Sharad Samman and Maayer Gomon were also discussed, while a documentary on Maayer Gomon was screened during the meeting. FD SB