The state government is actively addressing the challenges brought about by the unprecedented flooding. The primary concern in the aftermath of the floods is the risk of water-borne diseases, and the government has already taken steps to mitigate this threat. Health camps are being organized for flood victims to ensure their safety, and the Health Department has issued an advisory to raise awareness about the necessary precautions.
Amid the ongoing flood crisis affecting various parts of the state, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha made a public appeal on Sunday, urging people to take precautions against the potential spread of water-borne diseases. In a social media post, Dr. Saha highlighted the state government’s efforts to organize health camps in the flood-affected areas, emphasizing the importance of drinking boiled water to reduce health risks. He reiterated that public health and safety are the government’s top priorities.
In addition to health measures, the government is also working to repair the damage to power and road infrastructure caused by the floods. Relief efforts, including the distribution of food, water, and other essential supplies, are in full swing. According to an official press release issued on Sunday, 525 relief camps are currently operational, providing shelter to over 1.17 lakh people across the state.
The flooding, triggered by continuous rainfall from August 19 to 24, has resulted in 26 fatalities, with two people injured and two others still missing. Preliminary reports indicate extensive damage to physical infrastructure, including roads, buildings, power lines, embankments, and agricultural crops. A total of 20,289 houses have been damaged, with 1,610 fully destroyed, 1,633 severely damaged, and 17,046 partially damaged.
The Gomati River at Sonamura remains above the danger level, although rainfall has decreased in the past two days. Currently, three teams from the State Disaster Response Force (TSR) and two teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are conducting rescue operations in three districts. More than 500 volunteers from Civil Defense and Aapda Mitra continue to be engaged in relief and rescue efforts. To date, approximately 27,000 food packets have been dispatched to the Gomati and South Tripura districts.
The situation on NH-08 in Atharamura, where wide cracks developed due to incessant rains and landslides, has improved, and the highway is now operational for light vehicles.
