Agartala, Jan. 30 -- The Tripura government has urged the 16th Finance Commission to revise revenue distribution criteria by incorporating an Infrastructure Index and International Border factor, each with a 5% weightage, additionally, the state has requested an increase in its tax share from 42% to 50%.

Addressing a press conference, Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission (CFC-XVI) Arvind Panagariya stated that Tripura is the 17th state the commission has visited. He noted that discussions were held with Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy, and other state officials.

The commission, which will submit its report to the President by October 31, 2025, has also reviewed recommendations from previous finance...