Borders were Sealed and Alerts are raised in Tripura as Tirthamukh Mela Commences from 14th of January

Among Infiltration took place from Bangladesh to Tripura, the Tripura Police have implemented tight Security measures for the famous and holy Tirthamukh Mela at Dumboor, Tripura which is commenced from 14th of January this year.

The Tirthamukh Mela, held at the Dumboor Reservoir in Tripura’s Gomati District is situated near the Bangladesh border. This annual event spans two days, attracting both tribal and non-tribal attendees who gather on this occasion of Uttarayan Sankranti to take a holy dip in the Gomati River at its origin, which is known as Tirthamukh.

Devotees immerse themselves in the river on this day, marking the commencement of the Sun’s northern course the last day of the month of Pousa. Surrounded by high hills, Tirthamukh in Gomati district holds special significance for the Tripuri tribals, who visit throughout the year for various rituals.

On the day of ‘Poush Sankranti,’ the place becomes a convergence point for thousands of people. Since ancient times, Tirthamukh has been a holy site for Hindu Tripuri tribals, who visit to fulfill pledges, shave their heads in honor of their ancestors, worship deities, and perform individual sacrifices and rituals to appease the souls of departed ancestors.