# Maharaja Bir Bikram anniversary in Tripura

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/maharaja-bir-bikram-anniversary-in-tripura
> Updated: 2026-08-19T17:26:56.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

In August 2026, the state of Tripura observed the 118th birth anniversary of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur. The anniversary initially resulted in the closure of all public and private sector banks across the state on August 19.

Chief Minister Manik Saha led tributes to the Maharaja, describing him as the “architect of modern Tripura” for his work in education, administration, and infrastructure. During the commemorations, royal scion Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma questioned if the Maharaja’s vision for the Tiprasa people has been fully realized. 

In related state activities, Chief Minister Saha also participated in a felicitation program for senior citizens, where he highlighted government health initiatives such as the Ayushman Bharat Jan Arogya Yojana and the state-level Chief Minister Jan Arogya Yojana.

## Claims

- Senior citizens are invaluable assets to the new generation due to their experience and traditions. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The state government has launched the Chief Minister Jan Arogya Yojana. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Ayushman Bharat Jan Arogya Yojana provides medical services up to Rs 5 lakh for citizens above 70. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Maharaja Bir Bikram is considered the architect of modern Tripura. (single source)
- The BJP-led government has worked since 2018 to recognize the contributions of the Manikya rulers. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-19: Tripura CM honors senior citizens and Maharaja Bir Bikram

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha honored senior citizens as vital cultural assets and paid tribute to Maharaja Bir Bikram, the architect of modern Tripura, on his 118th birth anniversary.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tripura-cm-honors-senior-citizens-and-maharaja-bir-bikram

### 2026-08-17: Tripura banks to close August 19 for Maharaja Bir Bikram anniversary

Banks in Tripura will be closed on August 19, 2026, for the birth anniversary of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur, while the rest of India maintains normal banking services.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tripura-banks-to-close-august-19-for-maharaja-bir-bikram-anniversary

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