Kharchi Puja is being observed in Agartala, the capital of Tripura, following the Ama Pechi (Ambu Bachi) period. According to tradition, Ama Pechi represents the menstruation of Mother Earth. Kharchi Puja marks the ritual purification of Mother Earth after this phase. During the period, people refrain from ploughing, digging and certain other auspicious activities as a mark of respect. The festival is an important part of Tripura's cultural and religious life and reflects the close link between local traditions, agriculture and the natural world.