Over 56,000 people affected, 10,477 houses damaged in Manipur floods | Imphal News
[ad_1] Manipur is grappling with severe flash floods affecting over 56,000 people, triggered by overflowing rivers and breached embankments NEW DELHI: Over 56,000 people have been affected by flash floods in Manipur following the overflow of rivers and breaches in embankments, officials said on Tuesday. The floods have damaged 10,477 houses, with 2,913 people evacuated from the worst-hit areas, mainly in Imphal East district. One person went missing after being swept away by a river in Imphal East on Monday. A new embankment breach occurred at Bashikhong after the Kongba river overflowed on Monday, causing severe flooding in parts of Imphal city and Imphal East. As many as 57 relief camps have been set up to assist displaced residents.PollShould the government increase funding for flood relief efforts in affected areas?The Manipur Fire Service, along with personnel from the Assam Rifles, […]