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Agartala: Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited the Lankamura Border Outpost in Tripura on Friday to reaffirm the central government's commitment to securing India's borders. During his address to Border Security Force personnel, he emphasized that the state would not tolerate shifts in local demographics. Shah stated, "Demographic changes in West Bengal, Tripura and Bihar will not be tolerated. The Centre is making all efforts to bridge the gaps in guarding international borders. This is our unwavering resolve."
Beyond security concerns, the Home Minister participated in environmental initiatives marking World Environment Day by planting an Agarwood sapling at the post. He encouraged security personnel to treat tree planting as a personal responsibility rather than a government-mandated task, noting that the protection of nature is vital for long-term sustainability.
During his visit to Agartala, Shah also laid the foundation stone for a luxury heritage hotel at the historic Pushpabanta Palace in Kunjaban. The redevelopment project, managed by the Tata Group's Indian Hotels Company Limited, aims to turn the royal site into a world-class hospitality destination. Officials expect the project to boost the local tourism sector, preserve the palace's architectural history, and create new jobs for residents.
The Home Minister's itinerary faced minor disruptions due to poor weather. His planned trip to the 524-year-old Tripura Sundari Temple in the Gomati district was cancelled after his helicopter was unable to take off. Shah arrived in Agartala on June 4 for his two-day visit, which also includes high-level security reviews regarding infiltration, human trafficking, and smuggling.
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