The Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) has presented its budget for the financial year 2026-27, emphasising healthcare services, urban infrastructure, traffic management, and revenue generation to transform Tripura's capital into a modern, citizen-friendly city.
Mayor Dipak Majumder stated the budget was prepared to address the increasing needs and challenges faced by Agartala's residents. For the first time, AMC has projected total receipts of Rs 974.93 crore against expenditures of Rs 975.91 crore, resulting in a deficit of approximately Rs 97.67 lakh.
"We are confident of bridging this gap through enhanced revenue generation from our own sources, as we have successfully done in previous years," the Mayor said.
The budget estimates show AMC aims to generate Rs 80.19 crore from internal revenue sources such as building plan approvals, trade licences, and municipal taxes. These funds will be invested in various developmental projects across the city.
A significant portion of the development budget is expected from external funding. The Corporation anticipates receiving Rs 167 crore from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to upgrade drainage networks, roads, ponds, and other vital civic infrastructure. Additional funds under different urban development projects will support road construction, drainage systems, street lighting, and civic amenities across municipal wards.
One key announcement is the establishment of Tripura's first paperless Civil Hospital equipped with advanced healthcare technology. This facility aims to alleviate patient load at AGMC & GBP Hospital and TMC Hospital.
The hospital will feature modern laboratories, operating theatres, X-ray and sonography units, and specialist departments including Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, and General Medicine. "A special feature of this hospital is that specialist doctors will be available during evening hours. Since most hospitals primarily offer consultations during the daytime, this initiative will benefit those who cannot visit doctors during working hours by providing medical services in the evening," the Mayor explained.
Addressing public health, dedicated funds have been allocated for mosquito-control measures. The programme will include additional manpower, procurement of spray machines, and enhanced drain-cleaning operations in mosquito-prone areas.
AMC also plans to launch a Rs 100 crore municipal bond issue, a first in Tripura, aiming to strengthen the Corporation's financial capacity and support long-term urban development.
The budget outlines the scientific modernisation of four major city markets: Durga Chowmuhani Market, Battala/Bordergol Chakkar Market, Lake Chowmuhani Market, and GB Market. These redevelopment projects intend to improve infrastructure, sanitation, and business facilities for traders and consumers.
Traffic management and urban mobility are central priorities amid Agartala's population growth and rising vehicular traffic. The Corporation is developing solutions to balance the needs of vendors and hawkers while reducing congestion.
As part of this strategy, multipurpose parking zones are being created. A major parking facility is under construction at the old motor stand, and another project accommodating approximately 100 vehicles is progressing in the Howrah area. Additionally, a multi-level parking zone adjacent to the TRTC complex, recently announced by Chief Minister Manik Saha, is expected to significantly improve traffic flow.
Mayor Majumder noted Agartala's growing role as a hub for healthcare, education, business, and tourism has heightened the need for modern urban infrastructure. "This budget reflects the aspirations of the people of Agartala. Through these initiatives, we aim to further modernise the city and accelerate its development in the coming years," he said.
The 2026-27 budget is regarded as one of AMC's most comprehensive financial plans, combining infrastructure expansion, healthcare reforms, civic improvements, and innovative financing to support Tripura's capital's future growth.