Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has initiated a full-scale disaster preparedness plan to tackle the threat of severe floods during the 2025 monsoon. On June 11, CM Saha chaired a high-level review meeting with top officials, district magistrates, and disaster management teams to ensure the state is ready for any emergency.
The government has placed a clear focus on quick response, community participation, and inter-departmental coordination to reduce risks and protect lives.
Resources Upgraded, Teams Mobilized
As part of the flood preparedness plan, the state has enhanced its disaster response capabilities. Relief materials, including food, clean drinking water, tarpaulins, and medical kits, have been stocked at block and district levels.
Rescue boats, wireless communication systems, and temporary shelters have also been deployed across vulnerable zones. Officials confirmed that more than 250 trained personnel from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and civil defense units are on standby.
Special task forces have been formed in flood-prone districts such as Sepahijala, Gomati, Dhalai, and Unakoti.
Community Volunteers Ready for Action For Floods
To ensure faster response and local involvement, Tripura has mobilized over 1,500 community volunteers under the Aapda Mitra scheme. These trained volunteers will support local administrations in evacuation, first aid, and distribution of relief.
Speaking to reporters, CM Saha said, “Our goal is zero casualty. Preparedness and community participation are our greatest tools to achieve that.”
He also appealed to citizens to remain alert and follow advisories issued by the state administration during extreme weather events.
Focus on Real-Time Monitoring and Alerts For Floods
The state has strengthened its early warning systems with the help of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Real-time data from satellite and Doppler radar systems are being used to predict rainfall intensity and river water levels.
The Tripura State Emergency Operations Centre has been made operational 24×7. Updates will be shared regularly through SMS alerts, local broadcasts, and the state disaster management portal: Tripura SDMA.
Health and Sanitation Measures in Place
Floods often trigger secondary disasters like waterborne diseases. To prevent outbreaks, the state Health Department has sent mobile medical units to vulnerable areas.
Chlorine tablets and mosquito repellents have been dispatched. However, medical teams are coordinating with Anganwadi and ASHA workers to monitor high-risk zones.
The Public Works Department has also begun clearing blocked drainage systems. Moreover, and desilting rivers to improve water flow and reduce urban flooding.
CM Saha Appeals for Collective Responsibility
CM Manik Saha urged all departments and citizens to treat flood management as a collective duty. “From officials to citizens, everyone has a role to play. We are prepared, but cooperation is essential to saving lives and reducing damage,” he said.
The Chief Minister also praised the efforts of schoolteachers, Panchayat members, and healthcare workers who have joined the state’s flood response training drills in recent weeks.
Lessons from the Past, Hope for the Future
In 2022 and 2023, several parts of Tripura faced flash floods and river overflows. Also, those experiences shaped the current approach. Nevertheless, which now emphasizes decentralization, faster communication, and capacity-building at the grassroots level.
Tripura is also aligning its flood strategy with national resilience goals outlined by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
Final Call
Residents are urged to store emergency supplies, avoid waterlogged areas, and report flooding to local authorities. Schools and public offices in high-risk areas will remain under close watch as rainfall intensifies.
For the latest updates, visit the official Tripura Government Portal and follow alerts issued by SDMA and IMD.
As the state braces for heavy rains, CM Saha’s leadership and the collective preparedness of Tripura’s people reflect a determined stand against nature’s fury.
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