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Matabari Diwali Mela to Kick Off Tomorrow, Expecting One Million Devotees Over Three Days
✍️ Tripuratimes
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 04:39 AM
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The Diwali Mela at Matabari is set to begin tomorrow, with organisers projecting a footfall of around ten lakh devotees over the three‑day celebration.
Matabari, a cultural hub in Tripura, will host a three‑day Diwali Mela starting tomorrow. Local authorities have announced that the festival is expected to draw close to one million devotees, making it one of the region’s largest religious gatherings this season.
The mela will feature traditional devotional performances, stalls selling festive sweets and handicrafts, and a series of puja ceremonies dedicated to the festival of lights. Organisers have coordinated with police and health officials to manage crowd safety and sanitation throughout the event.
Transportation services have been increased to accommodate the influx of visitors, and temporary shelters are being set up for pilgrims traveling from nearby districts. The authorities have urged attendees to observe COVID‑19 protocols and maintain orderly conduct.
If the turnout matches projections, the Matabari Diwali Mela will not only reinforce the cultural fabric of Tripura but also boost local commerce, with vendors anticipating a significant rise in sales during the festivities.
The event will conclude after three days, culminating in a grand fireworks display that is expected to attract additional spectators from across the state.
The mela will feature traditional devotional performances, stalls selling festive sweets and handicrafts, and a series of puja ceremonies dedicated to the festival of lights. Organisers have coordinated with police and health officials to manage crowd safety and sanitation throughout the event.
Transportation services have been increased to accommodate the influx of visitors, and temporary shelters are being set up for pilgrims traveling from nearby districts. The authorities have urged attendees to observe COVID‑19 protocols and maintain orderly conduct.
If the turnout matches projections, the Matabari Diwali Mela will not only reinforce the cultural fabric of Tripura but also boost local commerce, with vendors anticipating a significant rise in sales during the festivities.
The event will conclude after three days, culminating in a grand fireworks display that is expected to attract additional spectators from across the state.