Tufanganj

Tufanganj is a town and a municipality of Cooch Behar district in the Indian state of West Bengal.

[8] Tufanganj Municipality was established in 1983 and is located near the Assam border, making it a vital administrative and cultural hub in the Cooch Behar District of West Bengal.

The municipality's dedication to maintaining infrastructure, sanitation, and public amenities ensures a high standard of living for its people.

The Old Tufanganj Bus Stand, though less modern, still serves local commuters with basic facilities and provides connections to nearby towns and some long-distance routes like Siliguri.

The station is equipped with basic facilities, including platforms, waiting areas, and ticketing services.

Tufanganj plays a vital role in facilitating transportation in the region, especially for those heading towards New Cooch Behar or crossing into neighboring Assam.

The nearest is Cooch Behar Airport, about 30 km away, offering limited domestic flights to Kolkata.

Additionally, Rupsi Airport in Assam, approximately 50 km away, provides domestic flights, primarily connecting to Guwahati/Kolkata.

Affiliated with the Cooch Behar Panchanan Barma University, it offers honours courses in Bengali, English, Sanskrit, philosophy, History, geography, Political science,Siliguriology, Economics, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry and general courses in arts, science and commerce.

The town has one outdoor stadium that is maintained by Sub-divisional Sports Association and one national level swimming pool.

A member of the Bengal cricket team, Shib Sankar Paul, a right arm medium bowler of a tall and bulky frame and debuted in the 2000/01 season.

This fair lasts for 14-15 days and is a major cultural event, attracting numerous shopkeepers and visitors from surrounding areas.

It serves as a hub for trade, entertainment, and cultural exchange, offering a vibrant array of goods, local delicacies, and traditional performances, making it a cherished and lively event in the community.