DIMAPUR, NOV 11 (NPN): Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dimapur Dr. Tinojongshi Chang has directed all encroachers along the proposed road alignment from Amar Mill to the Bible Society of India (BSI) building (Coconut Turning) to voluntarily remove their structures within 15 days, warning that an eviction drive would follow after November 26 without further notice.
In a general notice, DC said the proposed road was intended to decongest traffic, ensure public safety and facilitate infrastructure development in the district. The work order for the project has already been issued.
DC stated that several persons had erected buildings, houses, shops, sheds, boundary walls, fences, kiosks and other temporary or permanent structures along the proposed road alignment and right-of-way without lawful authority or valid permission. It also cited the placement of goods, materials and other obstructions on the land. All persons occupying or encroaching upon the proposed road alignment have been directed to remove the structures and clear the area at their own cost and responsibility within 15 days of the notice, on or before November 26, 2026.
DC warned that after the deadline, the district administration would conduct an eviction drive in coordination with PWD (R&B), police, Dimapur Municipal Council and other concerned departments.
The notice stated that unauthorised structures would be removed or demolished by the administration, by force if necessary. The cost of removal and clearance would be recovered from the encroachers in accordance with law. Legal proceedings would also be initiated against anyone obstructing the eviction drive or officials engaged in the operation.
Meanwhile, persons claiming lawful rights, title or interest over land or structures within the proposed road alignment have been given seven days from the date of the notice to submit original and valid supporting documents to the DC’s office for verification. These include land ownership or possession documents, trading licences, permissions, approvals and government allotment orders.
DC clarified that merely submitting documents would not automatically stay the eviction drive unless a written order was issued by the competent authority. All concerned have been advised to cooperate with the district administration and remove their movable belongings and goods in advance to avoid loss and inconvenience.
Thursday, November 12, 2026