Vice President CP Radhakrishnan arrives in Agartala on 2-day visit to Tripura
Agartala, March 7
Vice President C P Radhakrishnan arrived at Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport in Agartala on Saturday for a two-day visit to the state.
He was received at the airport by Tripura Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu, Chief Minister Manik Saha, and Tripura BJP president Rajib Bhattacharjee.
During his visit, the Vice President will attend the convocation ceremony of Tripura University. He will also interact with 'Lakhpati Didis' at the International Fair Ground in Hapania, Agartala.
The visit is expected to focus on promoting women's empowerment initiatives and engaging with academic institutions in the state.
Earlier, the Vice President of India, on February 22, laid the foundation stone for a 140-foot statue of freedom fighter and 'Kappalottiya Tamizhan' VO Chidambaram Pillai, in Madurai.
The statue, initially planned for 140 feet, was later increased in height.
Addressing the event, Vice President Radhakrishnan said, "VO Chidambaram Pillai was a man who lived a life of pure sacrifice without expecting anything in return, and who passed away dedicating his entire life to selfless service. If today we say that we are living with such freedom and rights, it was VO Chidambaram Pillai who sowed the very first seed of that freedom in this soil...Today, we have laid the foundation stone for the statue of VO Chidambaram Pillai."
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good to see high-level visits to Tripura. The convocation at Tripura University is a proud moment for the students. However, I hope such visits translate into more central funding for infrastructure and research in our northeastern universities.
Respect for honoring V.O. Chidambaram Pillai with a statue. He was a true hero of our freedom struggle. But sometimes I wonder if the crores spent on giant statues could be better used for schools or hospitals in his name. Just a thought.
As someone from the Northeast, it's heartening to see Agartala on the national map. The 'Lakhpati Didi' scheme is a game-changer for many women in our self-help groups. Jai Hind!
Interesting to read about the Vice President's itinerary. The blend of academic engagement and grassroots women's empowerment programs seems like a balanced approach to development. The focus on history with the statue is also noteworthy.
The Vice President has a packed schedule! Attending a convocation and then meeting 'Lakhpati Didis' shows a commitment to both education and economic empowerment. Hope the students get inspired. More power to Tripura!
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