Tripura Govt unveils ambitious plan to boost tourism sector

By  Firstdespatch Desk   Oct 19, 2023

Agartala, Oct 19 (FD) In a major initiative aimed at enhancing the tourism sector in Tripura, the state government's Department of Tourism and Tripura Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. have demonstrated their steadfast commitment to elevating the appeal of Tripura's tourist destinations.

Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury made the announcement during the 36th Board of Directors meeting of Tripura Tourism Development Corporation Limited.

Minister Chowdhury, emphasizing the vital role of tourism in the livelihoods of numerous individuals, presided over the meeting, which brought together fellow board members and officials at the Gitanjali State Tourist Guest House in Agartala. The primary objective of this gathering was to expedite the resurgence of Tripura's tourism industry.

During the meeting, Minister Chowdhury led an extensive discussion on the historical and ongoing activities of Tripura Tourism Development Corporation Limited. He provided essential recommendations and directives to current officials, outlining strategies to enhance the allure of Tripura's tourist hotspots, with a strong emphasis on collaboration across various departments.

The central theme of the session was the development of a comprehensive plan to unlock the latent potential of Tripura's tourism industry. Additionally, the meeting addressed how tourists could explore every corner of the state.

Prominent figures present at the gathering included Tourism Department Secretary Uttam Kumar Chakma, Works Department Secretary Abhishek Singh, Chief Wildlife Warden Praveen Agrawal, Tripura Tourism Development Corporation Limited Managing Director Tapan Kumar Das, Joint Director Aniruddha Roy, and Home Department Deputy Secretary Hena Debbarma, among others. FD SB