Agartala: August 19: In New Delhi today, a solemn tribute was paid on the birth anniversary of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur, the architect of modern Tripura by MP Rajib Bhattacharjee. The event was marked with floral offerings and remembrance, bringing together leaders, students, and dignitaries to honor the Maharaja’s enduring legacy.
The ceremony witnessed the participation of a large number of students from Tripura who are currently pursuing higher studies in the national capital. Their presence added significance to the occasion as Maharaja Bir Bikram had always envisioned Tripura as a hub of education, with modern institutions that could empower future generations.
MP Rajib Bhattacharjee attended the event to pay their respects along with state ministers Bikas Debbarma and Santana Chakma, former MP Rebati Tripura, MLAs Rampada Jamatia, Mailafru Mog, and Shambhu Lal Chakma, along with former MLA and Janajati Morcha president Parimal Debbarma. Also present were MDC Bimal Chakma and Pradesh BJP General Secretary Bipin Debbarma.
Rajib Bhattacharjee at the program recalled Maharaja Bir Bikram’s visionary contributions, including his emphasis on education, inclusive development, and unity among communities. They highlighted how his farsighted policies laid the foundation of a progressive Tripura that continues to inspire governance and development in the present times.
Bhattacharjee urged today’s youth to draw inspiration from the Maharaja’s life, leadership, and ideals, stressing that his vision of modern Tripura remains relevant. They also emphasized the need to preserve his legacy and continue working toward fulfilling his dream of a prosperous, harmonious, and educated society.
The event concluded with a collective pledge to uphold the values Maharaja Bir Bikram stood for, making the occasion a memorable and respectful tribute to one of Tripura’s greatest leaders.
