Rockfall incident on NH-29; Travel advisory issued

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A rockfall incident occurred on July 5, 2024, along Chathe (Patkai) Bridge towards Kukidolong (Paglapahar stretch) of the National Highway-29, resulting in injuries to occupants of a vehicle, officials reported.

A vehicle was damaged in a rockfall on July 5, injuring its occupants on NH-29

Following the incident, Deputy Chief Minister TR Zeliang expressed deep concern over the incident, emphasizing the State Government’s efforts to expedite safety measures. He disclosed that the NHIDCL RO (Kohima) has been urged to intensify efforts, including a short-term maintenance contract alongside the main 4-lane construction project.

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“In the last review & coordination meeting held on 15th May with NHIDCL & the Short Term Maintenance Contractor,a clear direction has been given for such incidents as the monsoon is almost at its peak,” said Zeliang.

He also mentioned that CM Neiphiu Rio has also in no uncertain terms directed NHIDCL that work has to be expedited and safety measures in place before the start of monsoon.

“By God’s grace, no lives have been lost today. I express pain and grief for those injured and wish them a speedy recovery. The State Government will take up the matter with the concerned authority in all seriousness and ensure accountability,” Zeliang added.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police Dimapur has issued a notification, cautioning that due to continuous rainfall, the mentioned stretch of National Highway has become unsafe for public travel. To ensure public safety, the advisory advised commuters to refrain from using this vulnerable stretch during heavy or incessant rainfall.

Additionally, it cautioned that non-essential travel along this section should be avoided, especially at night. It also advised avoiding unnecessary stops and maintaining a safe distance with utmost caution while traversing this precarious area of the National Highway.

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