Widespread monsoon rainfall continued to lash Tripura on Wednesday, with several parts of the state recording moderate to very heavy precipitation, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an Orange Warning for multiple districts and caution residents about possible flooding, waterlogging, and landslides.
According to the IMD, Chawmanu in Dhalai district recorded the highest rainfall in the state at 139.2 mm, followed by Ambassa (110.6 mm), Lembuchhera (105.5 mm), Gandachherra (102.5 mm), and the District Magistrate’s Office in Agartala (102 mm). The persistent rainfall brought respite from humid weather but disrupted normal life in several areas due to water accumulation on roads and traffic congestion.
West Tripura witnessed widespread showers, with the Secretariat receiving 95.5 mm, Agartala Airport 88.5 mm, Hezamara 82.8 mm, and Howrah 81.8 mm. In Dhalai district, heavy rainfall was reported from Ambassa, Gandachherra, and Manughat, while Kamalpur received 36 mm. In contrast, Chhailengta recorded no rainfall, highlighting the uneven distribution of monsoon activity across the state.
Significant rainfall was also recorded in Unakoti district, where Kumarghat received 92.5 mm, Nidebi 85.2 mm, Kailashahar 58.8 mm, and Dashamighat and Nutanbazar 46.2 mm each. In South Tripura, Sabroom registered 87 mm, Bokafa 56.2 mm, Belonia 53.4 mm, and Rajnagar 19.4 mm. Moderate showers were reported from North Tripura, Khowai, Gomati, and Sepahijala districts.
The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall across Tripura over the next three days. An Orange Warning has been issued for West Tripura, Khowai, Dhalai, and Gomati districts, while a Yellow Warning remains in force for the remaining districts. On July 9, all eight districts are expected to remain under Yellow Warning, with heavy rainfall likely to continue in several parts of the state on July 10.
Meteorologists attributed the prevailing weather conditions to a seasonal trough stretching from southwest Rajasthan to northeast Bangladesh, coupled with a well-marked low-pressure area over northwest Madhya Pradesh and adjoining Uttar Pradesh. An upper air cyclonic circulation over northeast Assam is also drawing abundant moisture into the region, intensifying rainfall activity.
Authorities have advised residents, especially those living in low-lying and landslide-prone areas, to remain vigilant as intermittent heavy showers may trigger localized flooding, waterlogging, and disruption of transport and daily activities over the coming days.
