Kalajhari Ter & Food Festival Celebrates at Karbook

Kalajhari Ter & Food Festival, Karbook, Gomati District | November 2025 | Tripura Time 24

Inauguration of the Kalajhari Ter & Food Festival 2025 commenced with enthusiasm and zeal at Karbook Panjiham H.S. School Ground, Gomati District, Tripura. This 2-day festival which took place on the 11th and 12 November 2025, brought together with a strong cultural, food and community bond. The festival sought to preserve Tripura’s traditions, and help local entrepreneurs and artisans.

A Festival that Celebrates Tradition and Togetherness

The Kalajhari Ter-2025 opened on 11th November at 5:00 PM. Visitors from Karbook, Silachari, and nearby areas filled the venue with enthusiasm. The program combined dance, food, and crafts, creating an atmosphere of joy and unity.

Throughout the event, performers showcased Tripura’s folk dances, songs, and art forms. Visitors enjoyed handmade products and local dishes prepared by self-help groups. These cultural displays reminded everyone of Tripura’s deep-rooted traditions and rich heritage.

Dignitaries Who Graced the Occasion | Kalajhari Ter & Food Festival

Quite a number of distinguished guests favored the ceremony with their presence.
Sri Sukla Charan Noatia, Hon’ble Minister for Cooperation, Welfare of Minorities and Tribal Welfare graced the occasion as Chief Guest/special invitee and delivered motivational speech to inaugurate the festival.
He urged the people to safeguard their culture while welcoming progress.

The Chief Guest Sri Rinku Lather (IAS), District Magistrate & Collector Gomati, underlined how festivals encourage social harmony and financial development.

Guests of Honour were Smt. Dolly Reang, Hon’ble EM (SWHCE, TTAADC) & Sri Sanjoy Manik Tripura, MLA Karbook. They both thanked the administration and local volunteers for their work in planning a lively celebration.

Food Festival – A Celebration of Flavors | Kalajhari Ter & Food Festival

The Food Festival was one of the main attractions of the event.
More than 40 stalls run by Self Help Groups (SHGs), women entrepreneurs, and local farmers displayed an array of indigenous Tripuri dishes and organic produce.
Visitors enjoyed popular delicacies like wahan mosdeng, bamboo shoot curry, chakhwi, muya bai, and traditional sweets.

The SHG members also sold eco-friendly products, handicrafts, and handmade jewelry, reflecting Tripura’s rich creativity. The participation of SHGs not only promoted women’s empowerment but also demonstrated how culture and livelihood can grow together.

The departments of Agriculture, ARDD, and Fisheries showcased government schemes and innovations that support farmers and livestock owners. Similarly, the Health and ICDS departments conducted awareness sessions on nutrition, hygiene, and maternal care, while the Education Department exhibited student artworks inspired by Tripura’s heritage.

Community Leaders and Social Contributors | Kalajhari Ter & Food Festival

The event featured a strong presence of community leaders who continue to serve the people of Karbook with dedication.
Among them were Sri Thaingya Mog, Hon’ble Chairman of BAC, Silachari RD Block, Sri Gamanjoy Reang, SDPO Karbook, Sri Dhanamani Tripura, SDMO Karbook, and Sri Subrajit Paul, BDO Karbook.

Other contributors included Sri Pachal Debbarma, BDO Silachari, and respected social activists such as Sri Atindra Reang, Sri Ashim Tripura, Sri Hiranmoy Tripura, Sri Vaskar Bhattacharjee, Sri Hamsing Reang, Sri Pranab Sankar Tripura, Sri Sushil Reang, Smt. Kusumti Reang, and Sri Bishal Debbarma.

The program was presided over by Sri Pranab Tripura, Hon’ble Vice Chairman of BAC, Karbook R.D. Block, while Sri Shyamjoy Jamatia, SDM Karbook, served as the Convenor of Kalajhari Ter-2025.

Food Festival – A Flavorful Experience

The Food Festival became one of the biggest attractions.
Visitors lined up at colorful stalls offering Tripuri dishes like wahan mosdeng, bamboo shoot curry, chakhwi, and muya bai.
The aroma of authentic food and the warmth of local hospitality gave the festival a homely feeling.

Many of the stalls were run by women’s groups and local youth entrepreneurs. Their participation promoted rural self-employment and culinary heritage. Moreover, the emphasis on organic and locally sourced ingredients encouraged sustainable practices.

Cultural Energy and Youth Participation

Music and dancing were still the heart of the affair.
Artists enthralled the audience with colourful Hojagiri, Lebang Boomani and Garia dance.
The audience clapped and cheered, the night filled with rhythm and light.

The children of various schools staged singsong and poem in Tripura’s culture. These young stars showed us that the future generation is ready to keep up their tradition alive without ignoring contemporary creativeness.

Voices from the Leaders

Hon’ble Minister Sukla Charan Noatia emphasized that culture strengthens communities.
He said, “Festivals like Kalajhari Ter remind us of who we are and where we belong. They empower both tradition and progress.”

District Magistrate Rinku Lather (IAS) highlighted how such events boost tourism and bring people closer. He also appreciated the dedication of the Karbook administration for organizing a successful cultural showcase.

Their messages inspired everyone to work together for Tripura’s cultural and social advancement.

Traditional Kokborok Patriotic Songs and Dance lit up the stage today — a powerful reminder that Tripura’s heartbeat lies in its culture, unity, and love for the motherland.

EEAT and Community Impact

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FAQs – Kalajhari Ter & Food Festival 2025

Q1. Where was Kalajhari Ter 2025 organized?
📍 It was held at Karbook Panjiham H.S. School Ground, Gomati District, Tripura.

Q2. What are the festival dates?
🗓️ It took place on 11th and 12th November 2025, with the inauguration at 5:00 PM on November 11.

Q3. Who inaugurated the event?
✨ Sri Sukla Charan Noatia, Hon’ble Minister, Cooperation and Welfare Department, Govt. of Tripura.

Q4. What are the main attractions?
🎶 Folk dances, cultural programs, traditional food stalls, and exhibitions featuring Tripura’s rich heritage.

Q5. Who supervised the event?
🗂️ Sri Shyamjoy Jamatia, SDM Karbook, acted as the Convenor, supported by the Karbook Sub-Divisional Administration.

Conclusion

The Kalajhari Ter & Food Festival 2025 also remained a symbol of unity, culture and community spirit of Tripura. It was a testament of what citizens, leaders and artists can achieve by working together. Each dance, meal and smile were an expression of the cultural soul of Karbook.

As Tripura Time 24 continues to spotlight things like this, it shares the achievements of a region that balances wishes for modernity with concerns for tradition — and reminds us once again that Tripura’s culture resides in its people.

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