National Current Affairs
Matabari Tourism Circuit Project in Tripura
- 28 Jan 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia laid the foundation stone of the ₹450 crore Matabari Tourism Circuit at Dumbur Lake in Tripura.
Key Points
- Objective: Matabari Tourism Circuit aims to develop an integrated spiritual–eco tourism corridor in Tripura linking major heritage and natural sites.
- Cost: ₹450 crore project reflects large-scale central investment in Northeast tourism infrastructure.
- The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) is providing ₹276 crore.
- Key Locations Covered: Tripura Sundari Temple, Chabimura rock carvings and Dumbur Lake.
- Major facilities: Floating jetties, eco-friendly resorts, tourist amenities.
- Additional Project: ₹750 crore worth projects announced covering multiple development sectors.
- Agarwood Initiative: ₹80 crore agarwood value-chain project to enhance farmers’ income and agro-forestry.
- Green Economy Push: Approval of 22 engineered bamboo projects under the Green Gold initiative.
- Strategic Importance: Supports Act East Policy and vision of a Developed Northeast, positioning Tripura as a regional tourism hub.
| Read More: North Eastern Region, Act East Policy, Agro-forestry |
