Tension at Kadamtala in Tripura Over Cutting of Agar Tree from Cemetery
Kadamtala (Tripura), Jun 14: A heated dispute erupted in South Kadamtala, Ward No. 6, on June 14, 2025, when a valuable agar tree was cut down at a local cemetery. This resulted in sparking allegations of theft, a land dispute, and cross-complaints filed at the Kadamtala police station.
Authorities have launched an investigation to uncover the truth behind the incident, which has gripped the community in North Tripura district.
The controversy unfolded on Friday afternoon when Jubair Ahmed, 52, a resident of Ward No. 1 under Fulbari Gram Panchayat and son of the late Waris Ali, was reportedly involved in felling a large agarwood tree at a cemetery that houses a shrine.
Accompanied by two others, identified as Nazrul Islam and Halim Uddin, Ahmed’s actions drew swift backlash from locals and the shrine committee, who accused the trio of attempting to steal the prized tree, known for its high-value agar oil used in perfumes and incense.
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The tree-cutting, conducted in broad daylight at a religious site, incited outrage among residents, leading to a tense confrontation. Locals detained Ahmed, Islam, and Uddin, alleging theft.
The situation escalated when Ahmed’s supporters arrived, resulting in a standoff between the two groups. Police intervened promptly, rescuing the trio and bringing them to the Kadamtala police station for questioning.
Due to its size, the felled agarwood tree was left in the custody of the Jalaibari Yuba Sankalp Club, a local organization, while investigations commenced.
In a counterclaim, Jubair Ahmed asserted that the land where the tree stood is his ancestral property, legally registered in his name and those of other family members.
He stated that he had acquired the remaining shares of the land through proper agreements and documentation, giving him the right to cut the tree.
Ahmed alleged that local agarwood traders and club members, motivated by vested interests, falsely accused him of theft and attempted to detain him and his workers unlawfully.
He has urged the police to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation and demanded the return of the agar tree, which he claims is rightfully his.
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Both sides have formalized their grievances with the police. Ahmed’s family submitted a detailed written complaint, while members of the Jalaibari Yuba Sankalp Club and other locals filed a counter-complaint, accusing Ahmed and his associates of theft.
The conflicting narratives have intensified scrutiny on the Kadamtala police, who are now tasked with unraveling the facts.
The incident has spotlighted underlying tensions in Kadamtala, a known hub for agarwood production.
