Agartala Residents Laud Flood Relief Efforts; Urge Further Government Assistance

In flood-hit Agartala, residents in relief camps praise the state government's efforts, highlighting Chief Minister Manik Saha's leadership. Despite commendable services, victims urge for additional help in addressing property damages and personal losses. The state has set up 558 relief camps with ongoing rescue operations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 24-08-2024 09:36 IST | Created: 24-08-2024 09:36 IST
Agartala Residents Laud Flood Relief Efforts; Urge Further Government Assistance
Flood victims at a relief camp in Agartala, Tripura. (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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In Agartala, Tripura, residents displaced by severe floods praised the state government's relief efforts, particularly lauding Chief Minister Manik Saha's leadership. Despite the commendable support, they urged for additional assistance to address property damage and personal losses.

Aruna Sarkar from Jayanagar expressed gratitude, appreciating the well-organized camps. 'The government is providing all necessary supplies, including food and clean water,' she said. Ananta Vaishnav, at another camp, commended the meals and facilities but highlighted dietary adjustments. 'The overall arrangements are commendable,' he added, while urging further help for property damage.

CM Manik Saha will chair an all-party meeting to review the flood situation. According to state data, 24 people have perished and significant infrastructure damages are reported. Rescue operations continue with support from NDRF and SDRF teams in Gomati and South Tripura.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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