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Maharaja Colonel Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur GBE, KCSI
Maharaja
Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur
Reign	1923–1947
Predecessor	Birendra Kishore Manikya
Successor	Kirit Bikram Kishore Deb Barman (with Kanchan Prava Devi as Regent) from 1947 to 1949
Born	(1908-08-19)19 August 1908
Died	17 May 1947(1947-05-17) (aged 38)
Spouse	Kanchan Prava Devi
Issue	Kirit Bikram Kishore Deb Barman
Names Colonel Bisam-Samar-Bijojee Mahamopadhyaya Pancha-Srijukta Maharaja Sri Sri Bir Bikram Kishore Debbarma Manikya Bahadur
Dynasty	Manikya dynasty
Father	Maharaja Birendra Kishore Manikya Debbarma
Mother	Maharani Arundhuti Devi
Religion	Hinduism
Occupation	Administrator

Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur (19 August 1908 – 17 May 1947) was a king (or Maharaja) of Tripura State.He is popularly known as "The Architect Of Modern Tripura"

He was succeeded by his son, Maharaja Kirit Bikram Kishore Deb Barman, who was the nominal king for two years till the state's merger into India in 1949. Since he was a minor during this time, the state was governed by a Council of Regency headed by his mother.

Legacy

• Bir Bikram Institution (School), Tripura, Dharmanagar
• Maharaja Bir Bikram College
• Maharaja Bir Bikram University
• Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport, Agartala
• Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur (1908–1947) ruled the princely state of Tripura from 1923 until his death in 1947. His reign is often regarded as a significant period in the history of Tripura due to his progressive policies and developmental initiatives.
• Under Maharaja Bir Bikram's leadership, Tripura saw substantial advancements in infrastructure and education. He is particularly noted for establishing the first airport in Tripura, the Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport, which enhanced connectivity and boosted economic development in the region.
• Maharaja Bir Bikram was also instrumental in modernizing the state's capital, Agartala, with the planning and construction of new roads, public buildings, and urban facilities.
• Maharaja Bir Bikram maintained good relations with the Bengali Hindu community in his kingdom, who held important Ministerial and Administrative positions in his Kingdom. His inclusive governance approach fostered a sense of unity and cooperation among the diverse population of Tripura. The Rajmala, the royal chronicle of Tripura, has historically been written in Bengali, reflecting the cultural and linguistic ties within the region.Bengali was the Official Court language of Tripura And all the Royal Decrees and Administrative Orders were passed in Bengali.
• Education was a key focus during his reign. He founded several schools and colleges, including the Maharaja Bir Bikram College in Agartala, to promote higher education and create a learned citizenry. His policies ensured that education was accessible to people from different sections of society, thus contributing to the socio-economic upliftment of Tripura.
• Maharaja Bir Bikram was a patron of the arts and culture. He supported various cultural activities and institutions, fostering a rich cultural heritage in Tripura. His efforts in preserving the cultural identity of the state have had a lasting impact.
• In addition to his contributions to education and infrastructure, Maharaja Bir Bikram introduced reforms in administration and governance. He worked towards the welfare of his subjects by implementing progressive policies and promoting social justice.
• The era of Maharaja Bir Bikram remains a cornerstone in the history of Tripura, marking a period of modernization and progress that laid the foundation for the state's future development. His visionary leadership continues to be remembered and celebrated in Tripura.

Titles

• 1909–1923: Srila-Srijukta Bir Bikram Kishore Deb Barman Jubaraj Goswami Bahadur
• 1923–1935: His Highness Bisam-Samar-Bijojee Mahamopadhyaya Radhakrishnapada Pancha-Srijukta Maharaja Sri Sri Sri Bir Bikram Kishore Deb Barman Manikya Bahadur, Maharaja of Tripura
• 1935–1937: His Highness Bisam-Samar-Bijojee Mahamopadhyaya Radhakrishnapada Pancha-Srijukta Maharaja Sri Sri Sri Sir Bir Bikram Kishore Deb Barman Manikya Bahadur, Maharaja of Tripura, KCSI
• 1937–1942: Captain His Highness Bisam-Samar-Bijojee Mahamopadhyaya Radhakrishnapada Pancha-Srijukta Maharaja Sri Sri Sri Sir Bir Bikram Kishore Deb Barman Manikya Bahadur, Maharaja of Tripura, KCSI
• 1942–1944: Major His Highness Bisam-Samar-Bijojee Mahamopadhyaya Radhakrishnapada Pancha-Srijukta Maharaja Sri Sri Sri Sir Bir Bikram Kishore Deb Barman Manikya Bahadur, Maharaja of Tripura, KCSI
• 1944–1946: Lieutenant-Colonel His Highness Bisam-Samar-Bijojee Mahamopadhyaya Radhakrishnapada Pancha-Srijukta Maharaja Sri Sri Sri Sir Bir Bikram Kishore Deb Barman Manikya Bahadur, Maharaja of Tripura, KCSI
• 1946–1947: Colonel His Highness Bisam-Samar-Bijojee Mahamopadhyaya Radhakrishnapada Pancha-Srijukta Maharaja Sri Sri Sri Sir Bir Bikram Kishore Deb Barman Manikya Bahadur, Maharaja of Tripura, GBE, KCSI

Honours

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• King George V Silver Jubilee Medal, 1935
• Knight Commander of the Order of the Star of India, 1935
• 1939–1945 Star – 1945
• Burma Star – 1945
• War Medal 1939–1945 – 1945
• Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire, 1946

Sources

1. Deb Barma, Aloy; Debroy, Prajapita (2022). Cinema as Art and Popular Culture in Tripura: An Introduction. Agartala: Tribal Research and Cultural Institute. pp. 12–14. ISBN 978-81-958995-0-0.
2. "Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Debbarman - the Modern Architect of Tripura". www.oknortheast.com. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
3. "Bīr Bikram Kishore Māṇikya | king of Tripura | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
4. Today, North East (19 August 2021). "113th Birth Anniversary Of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Observed In Tripura". Northeast Today. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
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7. Debbarma, Khapang (22 September 2022). "Maharaja Bir Bikram's Progressive Ideas Were The Basis Of Modern Tripura". Adivasi Lives Matter. Retrieved 27 December 2022.

• Tripuri people
• Kings of Tripura
• Hindu monarchs
• Indian Knights Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire
• Knights Commander of the Order of the Star of India
• 1908 births
• 1947 deaths
• Indian knights
• Indian royalty
• People from Agartala