The death toll in Tripura owing to the landslides and drowning increased to eight, said the Revenue Secretary to Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha in a review meeting on Tuesday evening.
Considering the gravity of the situation, Dr Manik Saha, soon after arriving from Delhi, convened a high-level review meeting today to assess the situation.
The meeting was held at the CM’s war-room of the Tripura Institution for Transformation in Agartala today.
The meeting, attended by key government officials, focused on assessing the flood’s impact and coordinating an effective response to safeguard the lives and well-being of the affected population.
During the meeting, the Chief Minister emphasized the urgency of the situation, describing it as a challenging time for the people of Tripura.
He called for a united and proactive approach from all departments involved in flood control and relief operations.
Stressing the importance of immediate action, he directed officials to prioritize the safety and evacuation of residents in areas where water levels are expected to rise.
Dr Saha was briefed by the Chief Secretary, J.K. Sinha, and other senior officials, including Director General of Police Amitabh Ranjan, Revenue Secretary Brijesh Pandey, Health Secretary Kiran Gitte, and Public Works Department Secretary Abhishek Singh. Each department provided updates on their respective areas of responsibility, with a particular focus on rescue operations, the provision of essential supplies, and the maintenance of law and order in affected regions.
Revenue Secretary Brijesh Pandey presented a detailed report on the current flood situation, revealing that the disaster had already claimed the lives of eight people in the State.
Dr Saha instructed that more boats be kept prepared for rescue missions and emphasized the need for unobstructed operations. He also stressed that those taking shelter in relief camps should receive adequate food, water, and medical supplies without delay.
Kiran Gitte was tasked with ensuring the well-being of both flood victims and the emergency response teams working tirelessly on the ground.
“The physical health and safety of our frontline workers must be a priority,” the Chief Minister asserted, recognizing the critical role these individuals play in managing the crisis.
The Chief Minister also highlighted the importance of post-flood recovery efforts. He directed officials to begin assessing the damage caused by the floods immediately so that the state can plan for a swift and effective cleanup and normalization process once the waters recede.
The focus, he stressed, should not only be on immediate relief but also on long-term recovery and rehabilitation.
The Chief Minister assured the public that the government is doing everything in its capacity to manage the crisis and minimize its impact on the state’s residents.
(Tripura, Tripura News)
