Matabari Tourism Circuit Project in Tripura | 28 Jan 2026

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.