Agartala, Mar 31, 2024, TRIPURA TIMES Desk

Agartala, Mar 31: In a proud moment for Tripura, famous Matabari ‘Peda’ and Janajati’s traditional attire Rignai (Pachra) received the Geographical Identification (GI) Tag on Sunday.

Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha hailed the GI Tag recognition for the two products of the state.
He congratulated two cooperative societies- Matabari Mahila Cluster Level Bahumukhi Sambay Samity Limited of Udaipur and Dewanbari Mahila Cluster Bahumukhi Sambay Samity Limited for their efforts in this achievement.  

The Chief Minister praised the women for achieving self-reliance through Self Help Groups and giving the state a distinct identity on the global stage.

Citing the example of GI Tags for Peda and Pachra, Dr. Saha said, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 'Vocal for Local' slogan is gradually leading towards prosperity.

Meanwhile, on this special moment of Peda, Prasad of Maa Tripurasundari, receiving the GI Tag, the Chief Minister visited Matabari as well as met the Peda sellers on Sunday.

“We always feel proud of Mata Bari peda. The flavor is unparalleled. After a long wait, Mata Bari peda has finally received the GI tag, and I am truly elated. Additionally, the Pachra or Rignai of indigenous people has also been granted the GI tag. Tripura is advancing by embracing the 'Vocal for Local' initiative, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision is gradually leading us towards prosperity”, the Chief Minister said in his interaction with the media.