Residents in parts of West Tripura including Khayerpur and Chandrapur faced a tense Sunday morning after incessant overnight rainfall pushed up the Haora River and flooded several low-lying areas.
Water entered homes and roads in Baldakhal, while the administration moved emergency teams into affected locations to assist residents and monitor the situation.
Key Takeaways
- Haora River water level is rising precariously after incessant rainfall, affecting Jirania, Chandrapur, Baldakhal and nearby areas.
- The West Tripura district administration has deployed SDRF personnel, boats and Apadamitra volunteers.
- Officials said the situation remains under control and monitoring continues around the clock.
Flood concerns have intensified in Khayerpur after the Haora River crossed the danger mark following heavy overnight rain. Baldakhal reported waterlogging in several locations. Ranibazar, Chouddo Devatabari and other river-adjacent areas also witnessed rising water levels.
District Admin Takes Stock
The District Magistrate and Collector of West Tripura, accompanied by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Jirania, visited Baldakhal, Kashipur and Chandrapur.
The officials assessed the situation on the ground and reviewed the impact of flooding caused by incessant rainfall during the night.
The district administration said the situation is presently under control. Officials are maintaining close contact with the affected areas as the water level remains a concern.
SDRF Teams Deployed
The administration has deployed State Disaster Response Force personnel with boats in the affected areas. Apadamitra volunteers are also working on the ground.
The teams are prepared to provide immediate assistance to residents if the situation worsens. The deployment is particularly important for low-lying areas where rising water could restrict road movement.
The district administration is monitoring the situation round the clock. Officials said they remain fully prepared to respond to any emerging requirement.
Water Enters Baldakhal
Residents of Baldakhal reported a sharp rise in the Haora River during the early hours of Sunday.
One local resident said the river was at a relatively lower level after the evening rainfall. However, the situation changed during the night.
The resident said a family member informed them early in the morning that water had entered the house.
Residents said flooding occurs in the locality almost every year. During severe flooding, families generally move towards the bridge area or Chandrapur for safety.
The resident also described the damage caused by major flooding in the locality as significant.
Several Low-Lying Areas Affected
Baldakhal is not the only area facing rising water. Residents have reported increasing water levels in Ranibazar, Chouddo Devatabari and other areas close to the Haora River.
Several roads have also become difficult to use because of waterlogging. This has affected normal movement in some parts of the locality.
Families in vulnerable areas have started keeping important household belongings in safer locations. Residents remain concerned about the possibility of further flooding if the river continues to rise.
Administration Keeps Round-the-Clock Watch
The district administration has urged residents to remain alert while emergency teams remain deployed.
The presence of SDRF personnel, boats and Apadamitra volunteers is expected to strengthen the local response if more areas become inundated.
For now, officials have described the situation as under control. However, continuous rainfall or another rapid rise in the Haora River could increase the pressure on low-lying areas.
The administration continues to monitor Baldakhal, Kashipur, Chandrapur and other vulnerable locations closely as West Tripura remains on alert.
