Agartala, May 16, 2026: The Organizing Committee of the 46th North American Bengali Conference (NABC 2026), along with the Cultural Association of Bengal (CAB), has invited Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath to participate in the internationally acclaimed Bengali convention to be held in White Plains, New York, USA, from July 2 to July 5, 2026.

The conference, scheduled at the Westchester County Center, is considered one of the most prominent gatherings of the Bengali diaspora worldwide. Thousands of Bengalis and admirers of Bengali culture from North America and various other countries are expected to attend the four-day event.

In their official invitation, the organizers described NABC 2026 as a major platform promoting cultural exchange, intellectual discussions, business collaboration, and community engagement. The conference is expected to witness participation from noted entrepreneurs, scholars, professionals, artists, investors, technologists, and cultural personalities from across the globe.

The organizers further stated that the North American Bengali Conference has been working for nearly 50 years to preserve and promote Bengali heritage and traditions among overseas Bengalis. Besides celebrating culture, the event also plays an important role in strengthening ties among the Bengali community worldwide and encouraging partnerships in trade, education, and social development.

A key highlight of this year’s conference will be an extensive trade exhibition featuring over 70 stalls displaying Bengal’s traditional textiles, handicrafts, jewellery, fashion items, boutique products, and creative industries. Participants and exhibitors from West Bengal and other parts of India are expected to showcase their products before a global audience.

The organizers expressed optimism that the participation of Minister Ratan Lal Nath would add significance to the conference and further enhance cultural and community relations between India and Bengalis living abroad.