DIMAPUR: A review meeting between the District Administration, National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) and contractor officials was held on August 25 at the DC’s Office, Kohima, to assess the progress of ongoing works along National Highway 29 (Kohima-Jessami Road), connecting Kohima to Phek.
The meeting reviewed issues affecting progress, including sinking zones, road maintenance, GSB and WMM works, drainage, culverts, shoulders, and protection works.
The contractor committed to commence major GSB, WMM and DBM works from September 12 and complete the identified works under the Kohima section of NH 29 by the first week of October 2026.
Deputy Commissioner Kohima, B. Henok Buchem, stressed the need for visible improvement in the pace of work and directed the contractor to ensure timely deployment of machinery, manpower and materials. He urged NHIDCL and the EPC contractor to factor in local considerations and sentiments while carrying out the road construction.
The DC assured that the district administration would extend necessary support in resolving issues within its jurisdiction and closely monitor progress against the timelines committed by the contractor.
