Agartala, Aug 23: Heavy monsoon downpours have caused flooding in parts of Tripura, forcing 410 families — a total of 1,352 people — to seek refuge in 17 relief camps in West Tripura and Khowai districts, according to the State Emergency Operation Centre’s Detailed Daily Situation Report issued at 7 pm on Sunday.
Extent of displacement and damage
The report said 115 houses sustained damage in the affected areas: one house completely collapsed, one suffered severe damage and 113 houses were partially affected. There were no reported fatalities or injuries, and no damage to electrical poles or school buildings had been recorded as of the report.
- Relief camps: 17 across the two districts sheltering 410 families (1,352 people).
- Houses damaged: 115 (1 fully damaged, 1 severely damaged, 113 partially damaged).
- Financial assistance: No payments reported yet; assistance for some houses is under process.
District-wise situation
West Tripura reported displacement mainly from Jirania and Sadar subdivisions. In Jirania, seven relief camps were accommodating 120 families (289 people). The largest single camp was at the Kawaban Drubatara Club where 45 families (112 people) had taken shelter. Sadar subdivision had five camps housing 87 families (330 people).
Mohanpur recorded 22 partially damaged houses after heavy rain on August 22; authorities said financial aid for affected households was being processed. In Khowai district, Teliamura reported one severely damaged house and two relief camps with 50 families (174 people). Khowai subdivision registered 91 partially damaged and one fully damaged house, with three camps sheltering 153 families (559 people).
Rivers above critical levels, heavy rainfall pockets
River gauge readings showed rising water levels at several locations. The Howrah River at Agartala’s Jahar Bridge measured 11.16 metres at 4:25 pm, exceeding the critical mark of 11.00 metres. The Khowai River at Khowai stood at 22.50 metres at 5:30 pm and was at the expected flood level. The Bijoy River at Laxmibill in Bishalgarh was recorded at 12.35 metres at 5 pm, above its expected level.
Heavy rainfall totals included 218 mm at Lembuchhera, 177 mm at Budhjongnagar and 153 mm at Agartala Airport. In Khowai district, Teliamura and Tulashikhar recorded 129 mm and 124.6 mm respectively. Ambassa in Dhalai district received 93 mm.
| Location | Reading |
|---|---|
| Howrah River (Jahar Bridge, Agartala) | 11.16 m (critical 11.00 m) |
| Khowai River (Khowai) | 22.50 m (expected flood level) |
| Bijoy River (Laxmibill, Bishalgarh) | 12.35 m (above expected) |
Forecast and precautions
The Situation Report included a 24-hour weather outlook valid until the morning of August 24 warning of light to moderate rain or thundershowers in the region. Local authorities and disaster management agencies continue to monitor river gauges and weather updates.
Residents in low-lying and riverside areas were advised to remain alert and follow instructions issued by district administration and relief agencies. Relief camp administrators were asked to ensure provision of basic amenities and to prioritise vulnerable groups, including women, children and the elderly.
Relief measures and next steps
Financial assistance for affected households had not been disbursed at the time of the report; officials indicated that assistance for some damaged houses was in process. District-level officers and legal services authority representatives were present at relief sites to coordinate responses.
Authorities continue to collate damage assessments and will update the Situation Report as more information becomes available.
