Tripura Floods Leave 24 Dead, Thousands Displaced

Tripura has been severely affected by unprecedented floods, with 24 confirmed deaths and nearly 1.5 lakh people rendered homeless. Chief Minister Manik Saha reported an estimated loss of Rs 15,000 crore, affecting infrastructure and agriculture. An all-party meeting was held to discuss the crisis and coordinate relief efforts, with representatives agreeing on the need for central assistance. While floodwaters are receding, over 500 relief camps are still operational, providing food and shelter to thousands. Allegations of corruption in relief distribution have emerged, with Congress leaders calling for accountability against local officials. The government has pledged financial compensation for victims and is working to stabilize the situation with ongoing relief operations involving multiple agencies.