Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha highlighted that Rath Yatra signifies more than a religious event, embodying humanity, brotherhood, love, and unity. He stressed the festival’s role in promoting social harmony and peaceful coexistence. Saha, speaking at the ISKCON-organized event, praised the festival for fostering inclusiveness and unity among people, transcending divisions of caste, religion, and creed.
The Chief Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to respecting and supporting all religious and community festivals equally. He emphasized the importance of such celebrations in maintaining peace, communal amity, and unity in society. Saha commended the devotees’ participation in the Rath Yatra, showcasing Tripura’s enduring tradition of communal harmony and peaceful coexistence.
Describing Rath Yatra as a celebration of the bond between Lord Jagannath and devotees, Saha urged the preservation and promotion of this rich tradition and cultural heritage. He encouraged the youth to draw inspiration from Lord Jagannath’s teachings of compassion, unity, and service to society. Saha offered prayers for peace, progress, and prosperity for Tripura, the nation, and humanity as a whole.
