Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha launched the ‘Seva First Innovation Challenge 2026’ at a programme held at Women’s College in Agartala on October 1.
The initiative, being organised under the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, seeks to encourage students, researchers, innovators and startups to develop innovative solutions to challenges related to governance and public-service delivery.
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Dr. Manik Saha launched the ‘Seva First Innovation Challenge 2026’.
The challenge focuses on solutions for governance and public-service delivery.
The Mukhyamantri Yuba Yogayog Yojana for 2025-26 was also launched.
Digi-SAPNE 3.0 was inaugurated to support technology startups in the Northeast.
The renovated Matangini Pritilata Auditorium at Women’s College was also inaugurated.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Saha said Tripura’s youth are an important human resource and have the potential to contribute to the state’s development through innovation, technology and entrepreneurship. He stressed the importance of combining education with modern technology and practical learning.
At the same programme, the Chief Minister launched the Mukhyamantri Yuba Yogayog Yojana for the academic year 2025-26 and inaugurated Digi-SAPNE 3.0, the Digital Startup Accelerator Program for the North East.
The programme also marked the inauguration of the renovated and developed Matangini Pritilata Auditorium at Women’s College, Agartala.
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The innovation challenge provides a platform for young people, researchers, innovators and startups to apply technology and new ideas to public-service and governance challenges.
