Information and Cultural Affairs Department organised Mayer Gamon 2026 at Maharani Tulsibati Girls’ School in Agartala on October 23, bringing together state leaders, foreign diplomatic delegates, local clubs and residents to mark the emotional farewell to Goddess Durga through traditional rituals and cultural performances.
Key Takeaways
- The Tripura Government organised Mayer Gamon 2026 at Maharani Tulsibati Girls’ School in Agartala on October 23.
- Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha, state ministers and foreign diplomatic delegates from the USA, Russia and Bangladesh attended the event.
- Dhunuchi Nritya, Chandipath, Mangal aarati and cultural performances showcased Bengal’s and diverse traditions of the State during the farewell to Goddess Durga.
Dhak Beats, Rituals Mark Start of Mayer Gamon 2026
The Information and Cultural Affairs Department of the Tripura Government organised the programme at the premises of Maharani Tulsibati Girls’ School. The event marked the culmination of the Durga Puja festivities in Agartala and brought an emotional close to the four-day celebrations.
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha attended the programme alongside Ministers Sushanta Chowdhury, Tinku Roy and Sukla Charan Noatia. Agartala Municipal Corporation Mayor Dipak Majumder, senior officials and other dignitaries also joined the celebrations.
Foreign diplomatic delegates from the United States, Russia and Bangladesh attended the event. Their presence added an international dimension to the cultural gathering.
Brad Kroeger Senior Advisor to the United State’s Ambassador to India, Maxim Kozlov, Consul General of Russian Federation, Kolkata, Hasan Al Bashar Abul Ulayee, Assistant High Commissioner, Bangladesh were present in the Mayer Gamon 2026.
The celebrations began amid the rhythmic beats of dhak, the blowing of conch shells and ulu dhawani. These traditional sounds created a festive atmosphere as the programme got underway.
Dr Manik Saha and other dignitaries flagged off the event. The opening ceremony set the stage for a series of cultural performances and religious rituals that reflected the significance of Durga Puja in the region.
Dhunuchi Nritya Captivates Audience
An energetic Dhunuchi Nritya opened the cultural programme and drew the attention of the audience. Artists followed it with a presentation featuring male and female performers dressed in traditional Bengali and indigenous attire.
Their performances highlighted the region’s cultural diversity through music, dance and traditional artistic expressions. The presentation also attracted the foreign guests, several of whom captured the moments on their mobile phones and applauded the performers.
The programme brought together members of various clubs from Agartala. Each participating group used the occasion to display its creativity and artistic talent through colourful presentations and cultural performances.
The performances added to the festive atmosphere around the school premises. Residents gathered to watch the programme and take part in the celebrations surrounding the farewell to Goddess Durga.
The cultural presentations also highlighted the traditions that connect communities during Durga Puja. By bringing together Bengali and indigenous artistic expressions, the event offered a platform for local performers to showcase their heritage before a diverse audience.
Chandipath and Mangal Aarati Create Devotional Atmosphere
Alongside the lively cultural performances, the programme featured religious observances that reflected the spiritual significance of the occasion.
Chandipath and Mangal aarati created an atmosphere of solemn devotion. These rituals brought a quieter, more reflective element to the celebrations, balancing the energy of the dance and music performances.
Mayer Gamon holds emotional significance for devotees as they bid farewell to Goddess Durga after the four-day festival. The programme marked this transition from celebration to farewell, drawing residents together for a shared cultural and spiritual occasion.
The gathering also reflected the importance of community participation in Agartala’s Durga Puja traditions. Clubs, artists, organisers and residents contributed to the celebrations, while the presence of government representatives and foreign diplomatic delegates broadened the gathering’s reach.
Chief Minister Thanks People for Peaceful Durga Puja
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha thanked the people of Tripura for helping ensure peaceful and joyful Durga Puja celebrations across the state.
He expressed gratitude to residents, club members, organisers and everyone who contributed to the festival. He acknowledged their collective role in conducting one of major annual celebrations smoothly.
The Chief Minister highlighted the importance of public cooperation and participation in organising large-scale festivities. He noted the contribution of the people and the organisers in creating an atmosphere of celebration during Durga Puja.
His message underlined the role of collective effort in preserving the festive spirit and ensuring that people could participate in the celebrations peacefully.
Cultural Traditions Take Centre Stage
Mayer Gamon 2026 combined traditional rituals, artistic performances and community participation to mark the end of Durga Puja in Agartala.
The programme gave local clubs an opportunity to present their talents while highlighting the cultural heritage of Tripura and the wider Bengali tradition associated with the festival. The participation of residents, public representatives, artists and foreign guests added to the occasion.
As devotees prepared to bid farewell to Goddess Durga, the event brought together the festive and emotional aspects of the celebration.
The programme at Maharani Tulsibati Girls’ School thus marked both the conclusion of the Durga Puja festivities and a showcase of Agartala’s cultural traditions.
