Flood situation in Tripura eases; 66 relief camps operational

The flood situation in Tripura on Monday is showing signs of improvement as rainfall intensity has decreased and most rivers, including the Howrah River in Agartala, are now flowing below danger levels.

State Project Officer of the Disaster Management Authority, Sarat Kumar Das, informed that the situation is gradually stabilizing. “There has been no heavy rainfall in the last 24 hours, which has helped ease the flood conditions. However, due to water entering homes last night, several new relief camps were opened and more people sought shelter for food and safety,” he said.

As of now, a total of 66 relief camps are operational across the state, sheltering 2,926 families comprising 10,813 individuals. West Tripura district is the worst affected, with 50 relief camps housing 2,352 families.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for Khowai, West, and South Tripura districts, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall until 8:30 AM tomorrow. A Yellow Alert remains in place for the remaining five districts.

A report from the State Disaster Management Authority indicated that the recent flooding was triggered by active monsoon conditions and significant moisture incursion, resulting in widespread heavy rainfall between May 31 and June 2.

Preliminary assessments report damage to 219 houses, including 1 fully damaged, 104 severely, and 124 partially damaged, mainly in Gomati, Khowai, Sepahijala, South Tripura, and North Tripura districts.

Officials confirmed that food, medical aid, and basic necessities are being provided at all relief camps. The situation is being monitored closely and reviewed at the highest levels of government, the report added.