Agartala, July 3 -- The Tripura government will expand mango cultivation by 342 kani which is equivalent to 136 acres of land in Gonda Twisa sub-division of Dhalai district as part of efforts to boost production and improve the income of growers, Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath said on Thursday.

The minister announced the decision after inaugurating the Monsoon Mango Festival 2026 at Narikelkunja in Gandatwisa.

He said the state government has planned the expansion to strengthen mango cultivation in the area, which has emerged as a major production hub, and will also provide financial assistance for the revival of old mango orchards.

"The government will extend mango cultivation to another 342 kani of land in G...