**Agartala, September 21:** The “Heart of Humanity” outlet at Radhanagar in Agartala has reopened after a period of restructuring, restoring a community-based facility where people can donate surplus food, clothes and household essentials for those in need.
The initiative is run by Tripura-based NGO Purvaudaya, founded by social worker Niti Sharma. It provides free and anonymous access to donated items and follows a “no questions asked” approach, allowing beneficiaries to receive assistance without disclosing their personal circumstances.
The outlet has designated shelves for clothing and community refrigerators for food, with the latter available 24 hours a day. Organisers said the system is designed to encourage people to seek help without compromising their dignity or privacy.
The initiative is inspired by the values associated with Maharaja Bir Bikram Manikya Bahadur and Maharani Kanchan Prabha Devi. Maharaja Bir Bikram is widely associated with the development of modern Tripura, while Maharani Kanchan Prabha Devi is remembered for her contribution to compassion and public service.
According to Purvaudaya, the decision to reopen the Radhanagar outlet came after feedback from local residents. Some members of the public had reportedly been unsure whether certain outlets were still operational after staffing and management-related difficulties affected their functioning.
The organisation said the reopening is intended to restore regular services and strengthen public confidence in the initiative as a dependable source of community assistance.
The project also seeks to reduce wastage by encouraging residents to pass on usable items and surplus food rather than discard them. Purvaudaya said the initiative combines social welfare with a broader focus on sustainability, community participation and environmental responsibility.
“Let kindness always be in fashion” continues to serve as the initiative’s slogan, reflecting its emphasis on sharing, compassion and dignity.
With the Radhanagar facility now operational, Purvaudaya is encouraging more residents to participate by donating items they no longer require and helping extend the reach of the community-sharing initiative.
