Tripura is reeling from the aftermath of severe weather conditions that swept through the state on April 27 and 28. According to reports from the State Emergency Operations Center, heavy rains, thunderstorms, and high-velocity winds have left a trail of destruction, resulting in damage to at least 1,534 houses across multiple districts. While authorities have confirmed that no fatalities occurred during the weather event, two individuals sustained injuries amidst the chaos.
The storm’s impact extended well beyond residential areas, causing significant damage to critical infrastructure. Strong winds uprooted numerous trees, which in turn blocked several arterial roads and brought down 129 electric poles, severely disrupting power supply across the state. Restoration efforts commenced immediately, with authorities working to clear debris and restore essential services to affected regions.
The destruction was widespread, with several districts reporting significant losses. Unakoti district recorded the most severe impact; in the Kailashahar subdivision alone, 518 houses were affected, with 26 suffering total destruction and 33 sustaining major damage. Similarly, the Dharmanagar subdivision in North Tripura reported 136 houses damaged.
The Dhalai district also faced substantial challenges. Reports from Ambassa indicated damage to 23 houses, while both the Kamalpur and Gandatwisa subdivisions recorded 97 affected houses each. In the Longtharai Valley, 55 households were impacted, including 20 that were completely destroyed. Meanwhile, the Sepahijala district faced considerable destruction as well, with 98 houses damaged in Jampuijala, 91 in Sonamura, and 61 in Bishalgarh.
In the West Tripura district, the Sadar subdivision experienced 28 road blockages caused by uprooted trees, all of which have since been cleared by restoration teams. The Mohanpur subdivision within the same district reported damage to 37 houses due to the intensity of the heavy rain and accompanying hailstorm.
State authorities are currently assessing the full extent of the losses as recovery operations continue. While initial clearance work has been successful in reopening blocked roads, the state remains focused on providing relief and ensuring the stability of power infrastructure in the wake of this natural calamity.
