The spirit of Durga Puja has gripped Agartala with full fervour, turning the capital city into a hub of colour, culture, and celebration. Often considered the second city after Kolkata in hosting Durga Puja on such a grand scale, Agartala has been drawing lakhs of visitors from across the Northeast and other parts of the country.
From the city centre to suburban areas, pandals with elaborate themes and giant idols have become major attractions. Many structures this year showcase themes of patriotism, cultural diversity and traditional heritage.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, food stalls serving Bengali delicacies, sweets and popular street food are attracting long queues, while illuminated streets and artistic decorations are drawing comparisons with Kolkata.
According to officials, traffic and crowd management measures have helped maintain smooth movement despite the heavy turnout. Security arrangements include police deployment, volunteers, CCTV monitoring and watchtowers across key junctions.
On Maha Ashtami, Sanhati Club – one of the city’s oldest Puja committees – marked its 79th year with themes focusing on children’s freedom to grow and India’s cultural diversity. “Every year, we try to present socially relevant themes that connect with people across the state,” said Dipak Majumder, Mayor of Agartala Municipal Corporation and General Secretary of the club.
With pandal-hopping, cultural performances, and community participation, Durga Puja in Agartala continues to combine devotion with cultural celebration, reinforcing its position as one of the major centres of the festival in the Northeast.
-ANI