Tripura is grappling with a severe flood crisis as the death toll from the recent deluge has reached 24, with two individuals still missing. The devastating floods have left nearly 1.28 lakh people homeless, prompting the establishment of 558 relief camps across the state since August 19, according to state revenue secretary Brijesh Pandey.
Heavy rainfall over the past week has caused significant flooding, with water levels in several rivers surpassing danger levels. However, there is some relief as rainfall has decreased in the past 24 hours, and water levels in all rivers, except for the Gomati River at Sonamura in the Sepahijala district, have dropped below danger levels.
The floods have resulted in an estimated loss of approximately ₹5,000 crore. The state experienced 288.8 mm of rainfall in a single day on August 19, marking one of the highest daily rainfall totals recorded in the region.
In response to the crisis, the central government has allocated ₹40 crore for rescue, relief, and rehabilitation efforts. Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the release of this package, highlighting the deployment of 11 NDRF teams, three columns of the Army, and four Air Force helicopters to assist in the relief operations. “The Modi government stands with the people of Tripura during these difficult times,” Shah said in a post on X.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted light to moderate rainfall for tomorrow in various parts of the state. The state administration has advised residents to take precautionary measures in anticipation of further rain.
Due to the ongoing flood situation, the government has announced the continued closure of all educational institutions, including schools, colleges, and state-run universities, which have been shut since Tuesday. The closure will remain in effect until further notice as the state continues to deal with the aftermath of the floods.
Sources By Agencies