Tripura Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu visited Kailashahar to review border development, inspect welfare schemes, and interact with residents along the Indo-Bangladesh border. He also announced funds for a historic temple and attended local cultural events.
Tripura Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu on Tuesday undertook a one-day visit to the Unakoti district headquarters, Kailashahar, to assess developmental activities and interact with residents living along the India-Bangladesh international border. The Governor’s visit focused on inspecting border villages, understanding the challenges faced by local communities, and evaluating the reach of central and state welfare schemes.
Arriving at the Kailashahar Circuit House around 10 a.m., Governor Nallu was received by senior district officials, including Secretary Uttam Kumar Chakma, Unakoti District Magistrate Dr. Tamal Majumder, and Superintendent of Police Sudhambika R. After a short rest, he proceeded to Khowrabil village to visit the 150-year-old Chaturdasha Devata Temple, a heritage site deeply revered by the local community.
At the temple, the Governor offered prayers and held a discussion with local farmers at the Natmandir premises. The interaction focused on the economic challenges faced by border farmers, agricultural support, and the availability of welfare schemes like PM Awas Yojana, Ujjwala Yojana, and Ayushman Bharat. The Governor emphasized that ensuring the delivery of these schemes to remote border areas remains a top priority for both the state and central governments.
Recognizing the temple’s historical and cultural significance, the Governor announced a personal contribution of ₹1 lakh to the temple committee for its development and restoration work. During the visit, the committee members welcomed him with traditional honors, presenting a floral bouquet and shawl, and handed over a memorandum requesting government support for infrastructure improvement and heritage preservation. Governor Nallu assured that their requests would be communicated to the concerned departments for further action.
Inspection Along the Indo-Bangladesh Border
Later in the day, Governor Nallu visited several Indo-Bangladesh border villages, including Debipur, Latiapura, and Safrikandi, where he interacted with local residents, farmers, and self-help group members. He reviewed agricultural activities, cross-border trade issues, and local livelihood challenges. During his visit to the Border Out Post (BOP) at Latiapura, he discussed with BSF officials about security measures and welfare facilities provided to the border population.
However, a controversy arose when local journalists claimed that BSF personnel allegedly prevented them from entering the BOP premises despite having official permission from the District Magistrate and the Information & Cultural Affairs Department. Feeling humiliated by the incident, the journalists boycotted the event and left the site. They are expected to submit a memorandum to the District Magistrate regarding the incident, demanding accountability from the BSF unit concerned.
Interaction with Ethnic Communities and Cultural Participation
In the afternoon, the Governor’s itinerary continued with visits to Rajkandi ADC Village, Khasiyabasti, and Chagaldema, all located near the border. He interacted with local residents and farmers to understand their socio-economic conditions, the functioning of self-help groups, and access to basic services such as healthcare and education.
Later in the evening, Governor Nallu attended the Maha Rasleela Festival organized by the Bishnupriya Manipuri community at Dolugaon. The event was graced by Minister Tinku Roy and prominent social worker Trilokeshwar Sinha. Addressing the gathering, the Governor appreciated the community’s effort in preserving cultural heritage and maintaining harmony in the border belt.
He lauded the cultural richness of Tripura, noting that such festivals strengthen communal unity and foster the spirit of nationalism in border regions. “The beauty of Tripura lies in its diversity and deep-rooted traditions that bring people together,” the Governor remarked.
Concluding his visit, Governor Nallu stayed overnight at the Dak Bungalow of Manu Valley Tea Estate. He is scheduled to depart for Kanchanpur in North Tripura on Wednesday morning to continue his inspection of border development initiatives and public welfare outreach programs.
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The Governor’s visit underscored the importance of border area development, heritage preservation, and inclusive welfare delivery, aligning with the government’s vision of strengthening frontier communities through cultural and infrastructural growth.
