From community infrastructure to individual financial relief, parliamentary funds have created a direct financial footprint in Tripura. Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb has reported a combined deployment of ₹16.33 crore through his MPLADS Funds and assistance from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF).
Key Takeaways:
- Biplab Kumar Deb said ₹15.76 crore was spent through MPLADS Funds on development works in Tripura.
- A total of ₹56.90 lakh reached 24 Tripura residents through the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund.
- Combined development and relief assistance stood at ₹16.33 crore during his parliamentary tenure.
Agartala, August 16: Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb said ₹15.76 crore was spent on development works in Tripura through the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) during his tenure in the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha. He also said 24 people from the state received ₹56.90 lakh in financial assistance through the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund.
₹15.76 Crore Spent Through MPLADS Fund
The figures highlight the financial output of Deb’s parliamentary tenure.
According to the MP, MPLADS funds supported various development works across Tripura. The total expenditure stood at ₹15,76,92,786.
In addition, 24 residents received a combined ₹56,90,249 through the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund.
Together, the two figures add up to ₹16,33,83,035.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| MPLADS development works | ₹15,76,92,786 |
| PM National Relief Fund assistance | ₹56,90,249 |
| Total | ₹16,33,83,035 |
The figures combine two distinct forms of public support. MPLADS funds focus on development works and community assets. Relief fund assistance provides direct financial support to individuals facing hardship.
57 Tripura-Related Questions Raised in Parliament
Deb also highlighted his interventions during the recently concluded Parliament session.
He said he submitted 57 starred and unstarred questions related to Tripura. Parliament accepted 15 of these questions.
The issues covered several sectors. They included national highways, railway connectivity, education, fertilisers, natural gas, mineral resources and fisheries.
He also raised questions linked to development projects in the state.
NH Repairs Remain a Key Concern
Road infrastructure featured prominently in Deb’s remarks.
He expressed concern over the condition of several national highways in Tripura. He demanded faster repairs and better road quality.
Deb linked some of the damage to the floods that hit the state in 2024. He also alleged negligence by some contractors.
The MP argued that Tripura needs roads that can withstand difficult weather conditions and heavy use.
Push for Concrete Roads
Deb also proposed a shift from conventional bitumen roads to concrete roads for selected routes.
He said he had proposed a pilot project on the Udaipur-Amarpur road.
The MP acknowledged that concrete roads require higher initial investment. However, he argued that they could provide greater durability over time.
The proposal aims to test whether concrete construction can offer a more sustainable solution for important road corridors in Tripura.
Tourism Proposals Worth ₹170 Crore
Deb also outlined proposed tourism investments.
He said proposals worth around ₹30 crore had been submitted for tourism projects at Datteshwari Kalibari, Belonia and Jolaibari.
A separate ₹140-crore tourism project has also been proposed at Majlishpur in Jirania.
The proposals seek to expand tourism infrastructure and improve visitor facilities at important destinations.
Comprehensive Development Plan Sought for Unakoti
Unakoti also featured in Deb’s development agenda.
He said the focus should extend beyond cleaning and repairing the historic rock-cut sculptures.
The MP called for better supporting infrastructure at the site. This includes boundary walls, cafeterias, toilets, connectivity and conservation facilities.
Such facilities could improve both visitor experience and long-term preservation.
Focus on Pending Development Projects
Deb also discussed Bills passed during the parliamentary session and amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act.
He assured that he would continue working with the Centre and the state government on pending projects.
National highway works, tourism initiatives, and other development schemes remain among the areas he wants to advance.
