Over 1.65 lakh people have been affected by the devastating floods in Manipur over the past four days.
The flood, triggered by torrential rainfall and overflowing rivers, has caused significant damage across several districts of the state, particularly Imphal East.
As per the latest figures, at least 1,65,936 people have been impacted by flash floods resulting from embankment breaches and the swelling of the Imphal, Kongba and Nambul rivers. A total of 35,384 houses have also been damaged till Thursday.
Although the situation has improved with time and water levels in the rivers are receding as a result of a decline in the rainfall, the disaster has already left a trail of destruction, claiming the life of one. Seventy-four animals have also perished and four people sustained injuries.
A total of 706 localities have been inundated, with Imphal East being the worst affected. The authorities, along with help from the locals, have managed to evacuate 4,147 people. 82 relief camps have been set up to provide shelter and aid to the flood-hit population.
A total of 706 localities have been inundated, with Imphal East being the worst affected. The authorities, along with help from the locals, have managed to evacuate 4,147 people. 82 relief camps have been set up to provide shelter and aid to the flood-hit population.
