The first-ever Bharat-Bangla Paryatan Utsav (Indo-Bangladesh tourism festival) held in Agartala on Feb 20-21 has opened up a new horizon of economic development for Tripura, which not only exposed the cultural and socio-linguistic assets of the state also strengthens historical contact among the people of both countries. The historical monument and cultural hub of Tripura Ujjayanta Palace were illuminated with colourful lights and eye-catching decoration that attracted thousands of tourists across the globe. The special session during the festival was organised to revisit the memories of the 1971 liberation war of Bangladesh and the role of Tripura people. The festival has commemorated the language martyrs who have sacrificed their lives seeking recognition of Bengali language on Feb 21 in world mother tongue day. Apart from cultural performances, prominent personalities of Bangladesh and opinion leaders have visited the important tourist destinations and the places in Tripura, where Mukti Yuddhas (freedom fighters) had taken shelter. Add a comment Read more: First-ever Indo-Bangla tourism fest opens new horizon for Tripura