Agartala, January 17: The Chubachu Foundation, through public crowdfunding and donations, extended financial assistance to a family injured in a tragic gas cylinder blast incident at Chokidhar Para, Gandha Twisa, which occurred on January 10.
Founder of Chubachu Foundation Kamal Jamatia, along with NGO members Amit Debbarma and Sunil Jamatia, visited GBP Hospital, Agartala, where the victims are currently undergoing treatment. On behalf of the foundation, a sum of ₹15,000 was handed over to the affected family as Phase-1 relief assistance.
The tragic incident took place late at night while the family was preparing food using a newly purchased gas cylinder. According to family members, the cylinder suddenly exploded, causing a massive fire that completely destroyed their bamboo house.
Five family members sustained burn injuries: Kashiram Tripura (father), Kolo Rani Tripura (mother), Mojesh Tripura (6-year-old son), Toksho Rani Tripura (elder daughter), Her 7-year-old daughter
All five suffered burn injuries of varying degrees and have been admitted to GBP Hospital for over a week. Kashiram Tripura remains in critical condition, having suffered severe burns to his face and hands. He also reportedly had poor eyesight prior to the incident, which worsened his condition during the fire.
Local residents rushed to the spot after hearing screams and noticing smoke. They cut through the bamboo walls of the burning house and managed to rescue the trapped family members. Without their timely intervention, all family members could have lost their lives.
In a heroic act, Kolo Rani Tripura, despite suffering burns, managed to save her six-month-old infant, Bindhabin Tripura, by wrapping the baby in cloth and handing the child to rescuers. The infant miraculously escaped without any injuries.
After the incident gained attention on social media, over 300 donors came forward to contribute through crowdfunding initiated by the Chubachu Foundation. The foundation stated that this initial donation marks Phase 1, and additional financial assistance will be provided under Phase 2 once more funds are collected.
Chubachu Foundation reiterated its commitment to supporting the family during this difficult time and appealed to the public to continue extending help for the victims’ medical treatment and rehabilitation.
