Unakoti, North Tripura gearing up for Shyama Puja with Female Dhaki, ‘Ami Sei Meye’ Theme
Churaibari/Kumarghat, Oct 12: With the festive spirit of Sharad Utsav still lingering, preparations for grand Kali and Shyama Pujas have commenced in Unakoti and North Tripura districts bringing rural and urban communities together in celebration.
Two of the region’s most prominent clubs, Friends Club of Churaibari and LBB Club of Rajnagar, Fatikroy, have officially kicked off their festivals with traditional Khuti Puja rituals, signaling the start of days filled with devotion, cultural performances, and social initiatives.
In Churaibari, Friends Club’s Shyama Puja, held beside the Assam–Agartala National Highway near Churaibari Police Station, began today (Oct 12) with rhythmic beats of traditional drums.
Celebrating its 15th year, the club is putting together a 60-foot-tall, fully imaginary-themed pandal, crafted by local artisans. The idols and decorations are designed to mesmerize visitors with their artistic grandeur.
Adding to the festivities, an all-women dhaki (drum) troupe from both within and outside the state will perform, enhancing the vibrant atmosphere.
Over four days, Friends Club has planned a series of competitive and cultural programs, including exhibitions and dramatic presentations such as “Asur Bodhe Devi Kalika”, performed by renowned local artists.
Visitors can also participate in a selfie competition at designated points, with attractive prizes up for grabs.
Meanwhile, in Rajnagar, Fatikroy, LBB Club has launched its grand Kali Puja celebrations with the theme “Ami Sei Meye” (I Am That Woman).
The festivities began today with the Khuti Puja ceremony, despite heavy rainfall. Club secretary Pritam Biswas noted that the club has allocated ₹15 lakh for the pandal and decorations, aiming to deliver a spectacular experience while highlighting women’s strength and empowerment.
Like Friends Club, LBB Club has incorporated social welfare into its celebrations. Clothing distribution for the poor and other charitable initiatives are planned throughout the four-day Puja.
The pandal will remain open to the public for all four days, with Mahaprasad distributed to devotees daily.
The club’s efforts have generated significant enthusiasm among locals, making it the largest Puja celebration in the entire subdivision.
Both clubs exemplify how Tripura’s traditional festivals are evolving into grand cultural spectacles, blending devotion, artistry, and social responsibility.
With immersive themes, high-budget pandals, vibrant music, and community initiatives, this year’s Shyama and Kali Pujas promise a memorable experience for devotees and visitors alike, reinforcing the state’s reputation for hosting some of the most elaborate rural and urban Pujas in North East India.
