Agartala, December 16, 2025: In a major push to attract private investment and strengthen value chains in key sectors, the Tripura government on Tuesday entered into two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Patanjali Yogpeeth Trust, paving the way for large-scale investment in agriculture and forest-based industries.

Officials said the Patanjali group is expected to invest nearly Rs 400 crore in the state, with a focus on developing agriculture- and forest-linked value chains and promoting multi-sectoral growth. The agreements were signed in the presence of Chief Minister Prof (Dr) Manik Saha between the Industries and Commerce Department and the Forest Department of the state government and Patanjali Yogpeeth Trust.

The MoUs were signed by Director of Industries and Commerce Dr Deepak Kumar and Principal Chief Conservator of Forests R K Samal on behalf of the state, while Acharya Balkrishna, CEO and Managing Director of Patanjali Yogpeeth Trust, represented the trust. The signing ceremony was held at the Tripura Institution for Transformation conference hall and was attended by Industries and Commerce Minister Santana Chakma, OSD to the Chief Minister Paramananda Sarkar Banerjee, senior officials and Patanjali representatives.

Speaking to reporters, Chief Minister Saha said the government is working towards building a “New Tripura” aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a “New India”. Highlighting the state’s rich natural resources, he said sustained efforts are being made to unlock Tripura’s potential and attract investments from outside the state.

Referring to the guiding principle of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas”, the chief minister expressed optimism that the MoUs would create fresh opportunities for growth. He added that Patanjali’s proposed investment could help Tripura move towards becoming an organic state.

Addressing the programme, Acharya Balkrishna said Patanjali Yogpeeth Trust is keen to contribute to Tripura’s development and is willing to work in sectors including agriculture, religious tourism, information technology and skill development. He assured full cooperation to help transform Tripura into a model state in the years ahead.