Agartala–Akhaura Border Retreat Ceremony
আখাউড়া স্থলবন্দর
An India–Bangladesh border crossing on the western outskirts of the city, where border forces from both sides hold a lively flag-lowering ceremony every evening.
The Agartala Integrated Check Post is right on the western edge of the city, next to the Bangladesh border, facing Akhaura. Every day before sunset, Indian Border Security Force and Bangladesh Border Guard personnel hold a joint flag-lowering ceremony here. Soldiers march, kick, and lower the flags with crisp, precise movements, and the crowd in the stands is enthusiastic. It is similar to the Wagah border ceremony but smaller and easier to watch.
Admission is free. Arrive about 30 minutes early and bring ID, and follow the security and photography rules. The crossing is about 4 km from the city center.
Opening hours
Daily, about one hour before sunset
Nearby sights
- Jagannath Bari Temple
- Ujjayanta Palace
- Heritage Park Agartala
- Chaturdasha Devata Temple
- Kamalasagar Lake & Kali Temple
- Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary
- Neermahal
- Tripura Sundari Temple