Agartala, May 20 -- In a move to boost tourism and preserve Tripura's heritage, the Government of Tripura on Tuesday signed a lease agreement with The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) for the development of a luxury Taj Palace Hotel at the Pushpabanta Palace in Agartala.

The ceremony was held in the presence of Chief Minister Manik Saha and Sushanta Choudhury, Minister of Tourism.

Speaking at the event, CM Manik Saha said, "This project is a milestone in Tripura's journey towards becoming a premium tourist destination. The partnership with IHCL will bring international standards of hospitality while preserving our rich heritage."

The Pushpabanta Palace, built in 1917 by Maharaja Birendra Kishore Manikya Deb Barman Bahadur, is a cel...