SENAPATI, May 31: In the wake of heavy rainfall that battered Senapati district on May 30, several areas, including Viewland Colony and River Colony, have been severely affected. Multiple families were evacuated to safer locations following rising water levels and flash flooding.

In response, Mamoni Doley, IAS, Deputy Commissioner of Senapati, urged all the affected residents to submit damage reports in the prescribed format, along with supporting photographs, to the respective Sub-Divisional Officers (SDOs) or officials in their jurisdiction. The initiative is aimed at assessing the extent of destruction and facilitating timely relief and assistance.

Designated Officers for Damage Report Submission

All applications should be submitted to the offices of the concerned SDOs or officials at the earliest. In case of emergencies related to the disaster, residents may contact the District Emergency Operation Centre at 7628992200.

Statewide Impact and IMD Red Alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for five northeastern states, including Manipur, forecasting continued heavy rainfall. According to the Meteorological Centre in Imphal, Senapati recorded the highest rainfall in the state at 154.2 mm on Saturday, a steep jump from Friday’s 52.1 mm. Other affected districts include:

• Ukhrul: 76.2 mm (Friday: 83.5 mm)
• Tamenglong: 62.1 mm
• Imphal: 36.4 mm

Meanwhile, Imphal West district, where the state capital is located, received a record 197.8 mm of rain on Friday alone, leading to flash floods in several low-lying areas.

Rivers such as the Nambul, Iril, and Nambol are flowing at warning levels, raising fears of further flooding if the rains persist.