Agartala, May 16, 2023, TRIPURATIMES Desk

Agartala May 16: With the initiative of the Tourism Department and financial backing from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Choudda Devta Mandir in Agartala is poised for a remarkable revitalization.

Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury along with MLA Ratan Chakraborty held a meeting between the Officials and engineers from the Asian Development Bank on Tuesday to discuss the Detailed Project Report (DPR) pertaining to the temple's renovation.

The engineers delivered an impressive and comprehensive presentation on various aspects of the project in the meeting. Among others, Secretary of the Tourism Department Uttam Kumar Chakma, Director Tapan Kumar Das, SDM of Jirania Shanti Ranjan Chakma, Chairman of the Old Agartala Panchayat Samity Biswajit Shil, and representatives from the Asian Development Bank were present in today’s meeting.

With the support and involvement of the Asian Development Bank, this initiative aims to give the temple a fresh and revitalized appearance. The project holds great significance for the local community and is expected to enhance the cultural and religious heritage of Agartala.

The renovated deity temple is expected to attract more visitors, bolstering tourism in the region and fostering a greater sense of pride among the local populace.