Council cites festive and wedding season, appeals for relaxation from November 11 to January 31
The Central Nagaland Tribes Council (CNTC) has appealed to the Commissioner of Police, Dimapur, to temporarily relax intensive routine vehicle document verification drives from November 11, 2026, to January 31, 2027, citing increased public movement during the festive and wedding season.
In a statement issued on November 10, the Council referred to the Dimapur Police Commissioner’s notification dated September 11 regarding vehicle document compliance, which was subsequently extended until November 11.
Acknowledging the importance of road safety and compliance with traffic regulations, CNTC said it had taken note of public concerns over the inconvenience caused by the ongoing verification drives.
It stated that the coming months would see increased movement of people from different districts of Nagaland and neighbouring states travelling through Dimapur for weddings, social gatherings and festive occasions, including the Hornbill Festival, Christmas and New Year celebrations.
The Council said intensive document checks during this period could cause delays and inconvenience, particularly for families travelling with children and elderly persons.
Clarifying that its appeal was not intended to undermine law enforcement or compromise road safety, CNTC stated that action against genuine traffic violations, dangerous driving, overloading and other serious offences could continue as required.
It also offered to provide volunteers, if needed, to assist the Dimapur Police Commissionerate in public awareness, facilitating public cooperation and maintaining smooth traffic movement.
The Council urged the police authorities to adopt what it described as a balanced and considerate approach during the festive and wedding season.
