Tripura Declared Natural Calamity Area After Devastating Floods

The Tripura government has declared the entire state as a natural calamity-affected area following unprecedented floods. The floods have resulted in 31 deaths, numerous injuries, and extensive damage to properties. The estimated loss is around Rs 15,000 crore. The administration is providing relief to the affected populace.

The Tripura government has declared the entire state as a natural calamity-affected area following unprecedented floods, an official announced on Thursday. The catastrophic flooding has resulted in significant loss of human lives and extensive property damage.

To date, 31 people have lost their lives, two are injured, and one individual remains missing. The preliminary estimates suggest a staggering Rs 15,000 crore in damages. In response to the crisis, the state executive committee of the Tripura Disaster Management Authority has officially deemed the whole state as affected by the natural calamity.

A five-member inter-ministerial team from the Centre has been dispatched to assess the damage. Currently, 53,356 people are residing in 369 relief camps after their homes were either destroyed or swept away by the floods. Relief efforts are underway to assist in rebuilding their lives.

(With inputs from agencies.)