Manipur: Incessant rainfall flood Imphal's Raj Medicity, patients shifted to other hospitals

Imphal's Raj Medicity hospital is facing significant challenges in providing services as its ground floor has been inundated due to heavy rainfall in the state. The ailing patients are being shifted to other healthcare facilities, including RIMS, JNIMS, and several other hospitals.

The rescue operation at Raj Medicity was carried out on May 29 evening with the support of Arambai Tengol, State Forces, and the State Disaster Response Force team. Other prominent areas affected by the flooding include Khwairamband Ima Market, Hotel Classic Grande, DM College campus, and the Manipur Press Club.

Although the rainfall intensity has reduced compared to May 28, several districts in the state continued to experience significant precipitation until 3 pm on May 29. According to data from the Directorate of Environment and Climate Change, Government of Manipur, the rainfall recorded in various districts ranged from 6 mm in Kakching district to 37.6 mm in Tamenglong district. Bishnupur district received 32.2 mm, while Imphal West and Imphal East districts recorded 25.2 mm and 17.2 mm, respectively.

The previous day, on May 28, witnessed even more intense rainfall, with the Directorate of Environment recording substantial amounts until 6 pm. Bishnupur district received 116.2 mm, Churachandpur district 69.2 mm, Imphal East district 86.8 mm, Imphal West district 106.2 mm, Kakching district 63 mm, Noney district 107.6 mm, Tamenglong district 157 mm, and Ukhrul district 142 mm.

As the state continues to grapple with the aftermath of the incessant rains, authorities are working tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of residents, particularly those affected by the flooding.