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Vice President Radhakrishnan Cites Decade of Connectivity Gains on Tripura Visit

Speaking at Tripura University’s convocation, he linked same‑day travel advances to tourism initiatives as evidence of quicker regional growth.

Overview

  • Addressing graduates in Agartala, Radhakrishnan said improved road, rail and air links now allow same‑day travel to hubs such as Agartala and Kohima, reflecting a more connected Northeast.
  • He credited a decade of central efforts under Prime Minister Narendra Modi for accelerating economic circulation across the eight Northeastern states.
  • Referencing recent heritage and tourism work, he noted the September 2025 redevelopment of the Mata Tripura Sundari temple and January’s foundation stone for the Rs 450‑crore Matabari Tourism Circuit.
  • Citing figures conveyed by the Gomati district Collector, he said annual footfall at the Tripura Sundari temple rose from about 3.5 lakh to about 8.5 lakh after redevelopment.
  • He welcomed Tripura’s new State Innovation Mission under the Atal Innovation Mission, urged students to shun drugs and use technology responsibly, met Self Help Groups, and paid tribute at the Albert Ekka memorial.