Tripura CM Manik Saha visits shelter house inhabiting 305 flood victims, assures all help

Agartala (Tripura) [India], August 23 (ANI): Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday visited the Bokafa HS school shelter house, where 305 flood-affected individuals have sought refuge following floods in the region and directed officials to provide essential support and amenities to ensure the comfort and well-being of citizens.
Following his visit Saha said, "Visited the Bokafa HS school shelter house, where 305 flood-affected individuals have sought refuge after losing everything. I've directed officials to provide essential support & amenities to ensure their comfort & well-being. We're committed to standing by them through this challenging time."
Manik Saha also inspected flood-hit areas in Amarpur and Karbook on Friday after boarding an MI-17 helicopter at Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport to head to Gomati District and South Tripura.
"Road infrastructure severely impacted. Helicopters deployed for airlift and road repair efforts are underway. We have ample food packets and 4 helicopters in operation. Our teams are working diligently to provide aid to affected communities," said CM.
The National Disaster Response Force said that 4 NDRF teams were deployed and engaged in rescue operations in South Tripura, Unakoti, Khowai and West Tripura.
NDRF posted in X, "4 NDRF teams deployed & engaged in Flood Water Rescue (FWR) in South Tripura, Unakoti, Khowai and West Tripura. Evacuated 936 people and 38 livestock. 7 additional teams airlifted to Agartala for FWR Ops in Gomati, Sepahijala and other flood-affected areas."
Meanwhile, on Friday CM Manik Saha visited the flood-affected areas of Udaipur, Gomati district, which have been severely damaged due to heavy rains.
"Reaching out to flood-affected areas by Chopper, assessing damage & ensuring aid reaches those in need. Constantly reviewing flood situation in Agartala & Udaipur, working to mitigate impact & support affected people," the CM said in a post on X.
Large areas are flooded, leaving many citizens homeless and staying in various relief camps. During his visit, the CM also inspected the relief camps at Khilpara Higher Secondary School and Khilpara Market Shed and reviewed the management of the camps.
The Gomati River is still flowing at 22.30 meters which is above the extreme danger level of 22 meters. The state administration has shifted all the families living on the bank of the Gomati River in Amarpur, Udaipur, Sonamura and surrounding villages. The state government has requested all citizens to be alert till the water level comes down to normal level.
Air dropping of essential food items is currently being carried out using MI-17 helicopters for the severely affected people in Amarpur and Karbook under the Gomati district.
The state administration has been constantly monitoring the overall situation. Initiatives have already been taken to rescue the affected people and provide them with relief and healthcare. To take stock of the relief efforts, CM Manik Saha on Thursday inspected the shelter house at B. R. Ambedkar School in Bordowali and assured the people there that the government will provide all necessary support. (ANI)