Heavy rains trigger flooding across various districts in Tripura; rescue operation top priority, says CM Saha

Agartala (Tripura) [India], August 21 (ANI): Over the past two days, heavy rainfall across various districts in Tripura has led to severe flooding in several parts of the state. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said that the administration is giving top priority to relief and rescue operations, working tirelessly to manage the situation.

The state government is regularly updating the central government on the evolving flood conditions, Saha said.

Initial reports indicate that the flooding has caused significant damage to homes, livestock, roads, electricity infrastructure, and agricultural crops. Joint efforts by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and local administration are in full swing to rescue citizens stranded by the rising waters.

Taking to X, CM Manik Saha shared, “In the last two days, heavy rains have caused flooding in various districts of the state. The administration is engaged in relief and rescue operations with the highest priority. The state government is regularly informing the central government about the flood situation. It was initially reported that apart from the destruction of houses, livestock, roads, electricity and agricultural crops were also damaged.”

He said that the joint initiative of NDRF, SDRF and local administration is in full swing to rescue the citizens at various places.

“Citizens are being rushed to safe shelters from vulnerable areas, especially along the river banks. The administration is fully on the side of the people, I appeal to the people not to listen to unnecessary rumours. I earnestly request the people of State to exercise utmost caution and help the administration. We need patience and courage to stand next to the affected people. Let’s pray to the almighty for everyone’s well-being,” he added.

CM Manik Saha said that this kind of situation was unprecedented and this much rainfall never happened in the past. He said that in the South district the amount of rainfall recorded was 375 mm.

CM Saha said, “Spoke to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and briefed him on the current situation arising out of severe flood situation. I also requested to dispatch additional NDRF teams to support our response efforts. The Home Minister assured me of all possible support during this crisis. I am grateful to him for providing all possible support to us at this hour.”

CM Manik Saha gave an update on the current situation.

“All the officials of the district administration of various districts, NDRF (National Disaster Response Force), SDRF (State Disaster Response Force) and local authorities are on high alert and have been working together to provide assistance and support to the people in the flood-affected areas,” Saha posted in social media.

He urged all the social organizations, NGOs and citizens to remain vigilant and provide their all-out support during this crisis.

“Your every iota of contribution can make a significant difference to the response and relief efforts,” he further added.

Earlier three members of the family were killed and one was injured after a landslide triggered by incessant rain in Devipur ADC village in Tripura on Tuesday. The victims include Trisankar Chakma, his wife Ranjani Chakma (41 years) and their 12-year-old daughter, Mita Chakma.

Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha promptly convened a review meeting to assess the flood situation in the state. The discussions focused on evaluating the current situation and implementing measures to manage and mitigate the impact of the floods on the affected areas.

He asked the officials concerned to leave no stone unturned in ensuring timely support and relief to the affected people.

Meanwhile, heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected to continue over Tripura for the next two days, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).