DIMAPUR, JUN 30 (NPN): Meriema Village Youth Organisation (MVYO) on Tuesday withdrew its proposed restriction on government-registered vehicles within Meriema jurisdiction after assurance to begin repair work on the damaged NH-2 stretch.
According to a DIPR report, the assurance was given during a consultative meeting chaired by deputy commissioner (DC) Kohima, B Henok Buchem, at the DC’s office to discuss the organisation’s representation seeking immediate repair of the highway. The meeting was attended by officials of the district administration, PWD (NH), representatives of M/s Nitin Sai Construction and MVYO members.
At the meeting, MVYO highlighted the poor condition of the road, citing incomplete works, inadequate drainage, uncleared debris and delays in execution despite repeated representations since March.
PWD (NH) executive engineer informed the meeting that proposals for repairing the sinking stretch had already been submitted and that the work order for the affected section was expected to be issued on June 30, 2026.
The contractor acknowledged that although some work had been carried out, the project remained incomplete and committed to mobilising materials by July 2, 2026 and resuming work immediately.
PWD (NH) also assured that work on the sinking stretch would commence by July 6, 2026 following the issuance of the work order.
It was further decided that the district administration and MVYO would jointly monitor the progress of the work, while the department and contractor would coordinate closely to ensure timely completion.
In view of the assurances and commitments made during the meeting, the MVYO agreed to withdraw its proposed restriction on the movement of government-registered vehicles within Meriema village jurisdiction.
DC Kohima thanked all stakeholders for their cooperation and stressed the importance of timely execution of the agreed works.
