By Firstdespatch Desk Apr 29, 2026
Agartala, Apr 29 (FD) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has extended its red alert for several districts of Tripura till May 1, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds as the state braces for a prolonged spell of severe weather.
According to the IMD’s Meteorological Centre in Agartala, intense rainfall ranging between 7 cm and 20 cm is very likely at one or two places across Khowai, West Tripura, Sepahijala, Gomati and South Tripura districts between April 29 and April 30. An orange alert has been issued for the remaining districts, indicating similar rainfall intensity at isolated locations.
The IMD has further extended the red alert for West Tripura and Sepahijala districts from April 30 to May 1, where intense rainfall activity is expected to persist. Other districts will remain under an orange alert during this period. From May 2, conditions are expected to improve slightly, with Sepahijala and South Tripura under orange alert and the rest of the state placed under a yellow alert.
The warning follows widespread rainfall and strong winds recorded across Tripura over the past 24 hours. Official data shows Sepahijala district recorded the highest rainfall at 145.5 mm in Bishramganj. Dhalai received 99 mm, West Tripura 91.5 mm, Gomati 79.1 mm, South Tripura 77 mm and Khowai 68.8 mm, while North Tripura and Unakoti recorded 37 mm and 17 mm respectively. Wind speeds touched up to 91 kmph in Teliamura, underscoring the intensity of the weather system.
The IMD has forecast light to moderate rain and thundershowers across most districts over the next five days, with intermittent spells of heavy to very heavy rainfall. Gusty winds of 50–60 kmph are likely initially, gradually reducing to 30–40 kmph, although thunderstorm and lightning activity will persist.
Rainfall activity may continue for up to a week, accompanied by a noticeable drop in temperatures. Day temperatures are likely to remain 5 to 8 degrees Celsius below normal, while minimum temperatures could stay 2 to 4 degrees below average.
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, warning that continuous rainfall may lead to waterlogging in low-lying areas and disrupt normal life. Residents have been advised to remain cautious, particularly during thunderstorms and strong winds. FD JK