Rampurhat's 'Raktakarabi' Reopens After 9 Years; Inauguration Dec 30

• Rampurhat's cultural hub 'Raktakarabi' is set to reopen on December 30 after being closed for nine years.
• The reopening follows years of protests by culture enthusiasts and intervention by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
• MLA Ashis Banerjee confirmed the official inauguration, marking the end of a long wait for the town's residents.
• Renovation, funded by MP Satabdi Roy (over 1.6 crore rupees), includes central AC, modern sound, lighting, and seating.
• Originally founded in 1995 and partially opened in 2009, the venue faced financial hurdles leading to its closure in 2016.

Why It Matters: Rampurhat's 'Raktakarabi' cultural stage reopens December 30 after 9 years, fulfilling a long-standing demand.