A powerful storm in Tripura damaged over 1,800 homes and displaced hundreds. Relief camps opened. IMD warns of more storms. Stay alert and safe.
A severe storm that struck Tripura between May 11 and 12, 2025, has left a trail of destruction, damaging over 1,800 homes and displacing nearly a thousand residents across the state. West Tripura’s Mohanpur sub-division bore the brunt, with 51 houses completely destroyed, 614 severely damaged, and 1,145 partially affected. India Today NE
In response, the district administration established four relief camps, providing shelter to the affected population. The largest camp at Akhilacherra English Medium HS School is currently housing 455 people from 153 families. Additional camps at Sankhala SB School, Chandicherra SB School, and Gayamani English Medium JB School are accommodating 175, 150, and 211 individuals, respectively. India Today NE
Other districts also reported storm-related damages. In the Jirania sub-division, four houses were partially damaged, while Sepahijala reported damage to four houses—two severely and two partially. In the North District’s Dharmanagar sub-division, a major road was blocked after a large tree fell, which was cleared by Aapda Mitra and Civil Defence volunteers. Gomati District reported the collapse of five electric poles due to the storm.
The India Meteorological Department’s Agartala centre has issued an Orange Warning for Tripura, forecasting heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds over the next four days. Authorities are urging residents to remain alert and follow safety advisories as the state braces for continued adverse weather.
In light of the increasing frequency of such disasters, initiatives like MY Bharat are encouraging Tripura’s youth to join civil defence and disaster management efforts. This move aims to build a strong, trained, and community-rooted response team capable of assisting in emergency rescue operations, early warning dissemination, relief distribution, and post-disaster rehabilitation. Borok Times
Local leaders are actively engaging with affected communities. Bamutia MLA Nayan Sarkar visited storm-hit areas, assuring residents of relief and rehabilitation support. YouTube+1tripuratimes.com+1
As Tripura continues to recover from the storm’s impact, the combined efforts of government agencies, civil society, and community volunteers remain crucial in restoring normalcy and enhancing the state’s resilience against future natural calamities.
