Agartala, Tripura, 4th of September, 2026 : A new chapter in advanced transport system and technology-driven tourism has begun in the state on Thursday (3rd September, 2026). Transport and Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhuryofficially launched the App-based online cab and auto-rickshaw service from MBB Airport and inaugurated the newly built tourism information centre and TIC Metaverse service at the airport. Simultaneously App-based transport service from Agartala and Jogendranagar railway station was also launched virtually. Introduction of this service would visibly ease the connectivity with the airport and railways stations for the passengers and tourists.
Speaking on this occasion, the Tourism Minister said, the use of modern technology at the airport and tourism services is drawing attention of the tourists. He said, despite the airport having modern infrastructure, the absence of modern transport system outside it may create a negative image about the state. Keeping that in mind for the convenience of tourists, this App-based cab and auto-rickshaw service has been launched. Passengers will be at an ease to choose between cab or auto-rickshaw service. Considering the interest of common people and keeping abreast of other states’ infrastructure, the transport system in Tripura will also be modernized in a phased manner.
The minister also deliberated on improved hospitality, transportation, accommodation and food facilities in the state. He opined that if a positive image is created in the tourists’ minds they would repeatedly come to visit the state. In that case a positive image of the state will also develop at the national and international level. The TIC Metaverse experience about different tourist spots of Tripura will enrich the knowledge of tourists about the state. At the same time the App-based transport service will definitely boost passenger service and tourism management.
At the programme among others were present tourism and transport secretary U.K. Chakma, director of MBB Airport K.M. Nehra, SP Namit Pathak, director of tourism department Prashant Badal Negi, transport commissioner Subrata Choudhury and other concerned officials. Welcome address was delivered by the transport and tourism secretary UK Chakma and transport commissioner Subrata Choudhury proposed the vote of thanks.
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