By Firstdespatch Desk Sep 22, 2026
Agartala, Sept 22 (FD) Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Tinku Roy chaired a preparatory meeting at the Secretariat to review arrangements for the upcoming 9th North-East Mini Jamboree 2026, which will be organized by the Tripura Bharat Scouts and Guides.
The meeting focused on the overall preparations, organizational arrangements and various aspects related to hosting the regional youth gathering in Tripura for the first time. Officials and stakeholders discussed the administrative, logistical and other requirements necessary for conducting the multi-day programme smoothly.
According to Minister Tinku Roy, the 9th North-East Mini Jamboree 2026 is expected to provide an important platform for young people from the northeastern region to interact, exchange experiences and strengthen a spirit of unity and cooperation.
The central theme of the jamboree will be “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat”, emphasizing unity, harmony, brotherhood and national integration among the youth. The programme is intended to encourage young participants to understand the cultural diversity of the country while strengthening a sense of national togetherness.
The preparatory meeting also reviewed responsibilities connected with the organization of the event and the arrangements required at different levels. Emphasis was placed on coordinated efforts among the concerned departments and organizations to ensure the successful conduct of the jamboree.
The event is being seen as a significant youth-focused programme for Tripura, as the state is set to host the North-East Mini Jamboree for the first time. The Bharat Scouts and Guides movement is expected to play a central role in coordinating participation and activities during the gathering.
Note: The supplied source texts contain conflicting dates—one states December 1–5, 2026, while another states November 16–20, 2026. The available web search did not independently verify either date, so the article above avoids specifying the disputed dates. FD JK