20 people pass away during a heavy rainstorm in Tripura.

The small state of Tripura, located in Northeast India, has been hit by a catastrophic monsoon flood, an event that has not occurred in over three decades. The heavy rains and floods have resulted in the untimely and tragic deaths of at least 20 individuals, including three women and a child from two families. The disaster management officials have confirmed that seven members of these families lost their lives when their homes collapsed due to a massive landslide, caused by the incessant rains. The incident took place late Wednesday night in Santirbazar, a town located in the South Tripura district.

The bodies of the victims were recovered by the Disaster Management Response Force personnel, with the help of local volunteers, on Thursday. Expressing his shock and sorrow over the tragic event, Chief Minister Manik Saha has announced that the state government will provide financial assistance of Rs. 4 lakh to each affected family. This is in addition to the 13 deaths that were reported earlier from South Tripura, Gomati, and Khowai districts since Monday. Two individuals are still reported to be missing.

The Disaster Management officials have also reported that around 65,500 people have been displaced and are taking shelter in 450 relief camps across all eight districts of the state. The floods have affected a staggering 17 lakh people in Tripura. The India Meteorological Department has recorded 233 mm of rainfall in the capital city of Agartala, from 8.30 a.m. Wednesday to 8.30 a.m. Thursday. This is one of the highest levels of rainfall in the last 24 hours across all eight districts. In fact, in Santirbazar sub-division alone, the town of Bogafa has recorded a whopping 493.6 mm of rainfall.

The IMD has issued a "heavy" to "very heavy" rainfall alert and has sounded a "Red alert" for all eight districts in Tripura. However, there is some respite in sight as the intensity of rain is expected to decrease from Thursday night. The officials have advised the residents of the state to take necessary precautions and stay safe during this time of crisis. The government and local authorities are working tirelessly to provide relief and assistance to those affected by this devastating flood. Let us all come together and pray for the safety and well-being of the people of Tripura during this difficult time.

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