Agartala [Tripura]: The Tripura Cabinet has unanimously adopted a resolution congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 25 years of uninterrupted service as head of government, from October 7, 2001, to October 7, 2026, Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Tuesday.
According to a press release issued by the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), the Cabinet also approved the establishment of permanent landmarks named ‘Seva Jyoti Chowk’ at eight locations across the state to commemorate Modi’s public service journey and promote the vision of a developed India by 2047.
Addressing a press conference, Saha said the resolution recognised the Prime Minister’s contributions to nation-building, governance, national security, public welfare and India’s growing international standing.
“On behalf of the more than 40 lakh people of Tripura, the Cabinet extended its heartfelt congratulations to the Prime Minister and reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to working in alignment with his vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat and a Viksit Tripura,” Saha said.
The Chief Minister recalled Modi’s political journey, beginning with his appointment as Gujarat Chief Minister on October 7, 2001, and his subsequent assumption of office as Prime Minister on May 26, 2014.
Saha said Modi’s approach to governance had emphasised the principles of ‘Nation First’ and ‘Citizen First’, with public service at the centre of policymaking.
“The Cabinet appreciated the Prime Minister’s commitment to inclusive development, particularly through the principle of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas. It also commended initiatives aimed at improving the lives of the most vulnerable sections of society, encouraging public participation and strengthening the foundations of good governance,” he said.
Highlighting major policy decisions taken during Modi’s tenure, Saha referred to the abrogation of Article 370, implementation of One Rank One Pension, creation of the post of Chief of Defence Staff, labour law reforms and replacement of colonial-era criminal laws.
He also cited India’s security operations, including the 2016 surgical strikes, the 2019 Balakot air strikes and Operation Sindoor in May 2025.
On foreign policy, Saha highlighted India’s hosting of the G20 Summit in 2023, its engagement with BRICS and international honours conferred on the Prime Minister. He said the Cabinet also acknowledged Modi’s addresses to foreign parliaments and his diplomatic engagements.
Tripura’s infrastructure and development projects
The Chief Minister said Tripura had benefited from several central government initiatives, particularly in transport connectivity, infrastructure and public amenities.
Major road projects include the Agartala City West Bypass and proposed four-laning of the Agartala–Churaibari and Agartala–Udaipur corridors.
Saha said the state government was facilitating these projects by expediting land acquisition, utility shifting and forest clearances.
He also highlighted improvements in railway connectivity, including the complete electrification of the Udaipur–Agartala–Sabroom rail corridor.
Under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, Dharmanagar, Kumarghat, Udaipur and Agartala railway stations are being redeveloped at an estimated cost of Rs 146 crore.
The redevelopment projects are expected to provide modern passenger waiting areas, improved facilities for senior citizens and digital information displays.
Saha said a study for doubling the 263-km Chandranathpur–Sabroom railway line had also been completed.
Referring to heritage preservation, he recalled the renaming of Agartala Airport as Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport in 2018.
He also outlined urban infrastructure improvements under the Agartala Smart City Mission, including smart roads, improved connecting routes, riverfront and waterbody rejuvenation, upgraded underground drainage systems, footpaths and LED street lighting.
In the health sector, Saha highlighted progress in medical infrastructure, including the establishment of an Ayurvedic Medical College.
Cabinet approves Seva Jyoti Chowks at eight locations
As part of the commemoration, the Cabinet approved the permanent establishment of Seva Jyoti Chowks at eight locations across Tripura.
According to the Chief Minister, the landmarks are intended to promote public service, social responsibility and community participation while supporting the vision of a developed India by 2047.
The approved locations include the Ranirpukur junction area near Sonartari State Guest House and Shaheed Bhagat Singh Youth Hostel in Agartala, DNB Playground Tri-Junction in Dharmanagar, Srirampur Bridge Chowmuhani in Kailashahar, the area adjoining Ambassa Town Hall in Dhalai district, Mahadev Tilla in Khowai, the junction near Bishramganj Motor Stand in Sepahijala district, Jantala Crossing near Jagannath Dighi in Udaipur, and the area near the Office of the Deputy Director of Agriculture in Belonia.
Saha said the Seva Jyoti Chowks would serve as centres for public awareness and community engagement, encouraging activities such as cleanliness drives, voluntary service and tree plantation.
The initiative would also seek to improve awareness of government welfare schemes and ensure their benefits reach vulnerable and underserved sections of society, he added.
The Chief Minister said the landmarks were expected to strengthen connections between rural and urban communities and encourage citizens to participate in social and national development.
[DD News]