Former Tripura Chief Minister and current Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb on Tuesday visited flood-affected areas of Agartala. Interacting with families taking shelter in relief camps and announcing an immediate aid package. His visit came after heavy monsoon rains inundated low-lying parts of the capital city. By forcing thousands to seek shelter in government-run camps.
Former CM Visits Camps, Distributes Relief
During his visit, Biplab Deb toured several relief camps set up in the Agartala Municipal Corporation areas, including those in Krishnanagar, Chandrapur, and Pratapgarh. He personally distributed essential items such as rice, drinking water, tarpaulins, sanitary products, and medicines to the affected families.
“Our government may have changed, but our commitment to the people remains. We will ensure every family receives support to recover and rebuild,” Deb stated while addressing flood victims.
Deb was accompanied by BJP MLAs, senior party workers, and volunteers who assisted in distributing supplies and assessing further needs of the displaced residents.
Commends Improved Disaster Management Flood-Hit Agartala
The Ex-Tripura CM praised the state’s current disaster response system, attributing faster drainage and efficient relief measures to the infrastructural upgrades initiated during his tenure.
“Earlier, water took days to clear, but now it drains within hours. This is the result of the strong foundation we laid with improved drainage and coordination with disaster management teams,” he said.
Deb also interacted with municipal officials and directed them to ensure that post-flood sanitation. And health monitoring are intensified to avoid outbreaks of waterborne diseases.
Announced Immediate Aid and Rehabilitation Measures
As part of his visit, Deb announced an immediate aid package of ₹25 lakh to be disbursed through the local administration for camp management. Also, taking care of emergency health services. He also promised to raise the matter in Parliament. To seek additional funds under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF).
Additionally, the MP said efforts will be made to expedite compensation for crop loss, damaged homes, and disrupted livelihoods, particularly for daily wage earners in the affected wards.
Residents Begin Returning Home
With water levels receding across Agartala and most rivers flowing below the danger mark, many families have begun returning home from relief camps. The state disaster management authority has been overseeing clean-up operations, while health teams are conducting medical check-ups in flood-prone areas.
According to officials, more than 10,000 people had taken shelter in 66 relief camps set up across West Tripura district. Efforts are now underway to rehabilitate those who lost their belongings or homes in the flooding.
Political Implications and Public Reactions On Flood-Hit Agartala
Deb’s visit has been interpreted as both a humanitarian gesture and a political assertion ahead of the 2026 assembly elections. His visible involvement in relief work has been welcomed by many local residents who praised his hands-on approach.
However, opposition leaders from the TIPRA Motha and Congress criticized the BJP’s handling of urban planning and said the floods highlighted gaps in the long-term vision for Agartala’s growth.
Residents affected by the floods can contact the Tripura Disaster Helpline at 1070 or visit the nearest municipal office for rehabilitation support and financial aid forms.
Tripura continues its recovery journey with support from all sides—public, political, and administrative. As the waters recede, so does despair, leaving behind a strengthened spirit of resilience.