DIMAPUR, JUN 22 (NPN): Chakhesang Students’ Union (CSU) and the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), along with the EPC contractor, have reached a six-point agreement concerning the delayed completion of the NH-29 two-lane Kohima–Jessami Road (Package-II) project.
The agreement follows the expiry of a 14-day ultimatum served on NHIDCL by CSU on June 16, 2026 and the subsequent response from the corporation.
As part of the agreement, NHIDCL and the EPC contractor have been directed to undertake emergency repair and restoration works within 48 hours to make the road motorable. The works would include filling potholes, maintaining drainage systems and clearing blockages. Non-functional machinery at the site is also to be removed. A repair activity report with geo-tagged photographs is to be submitted to CSU, which will conduct a verification visit after 48 hours.
The agreement further stipulates that proper maintenance of the road must be ensured throughout the contract period. The EPC contractor will be held responsible for any accident, loss or damage resulting from inadequate maintenance and shall be liable for compensation.
All required machinery, plants and construction materials must be mobilised within 72 hours, while adequate manpower is also to be deployed at the project site within the same timeframe. Geo-tagged photographs of deployed machinery and a list of labourers are to be submitted to CSU for verification.
The fifth clause requires the EPC contractor to complete 100% of the physical works on or before September 24, 2026.
The agreement also provides for joint inspections by CSU, NHIDCL and the EPC contractor every 20 days to review progress and site conditions. The next inspection has been scheduled for July 13, 2026.
CSU stated that failure to fulfil any of the agreed conditions would render the agreement null and void. It further warned that any action initiated by the union due to non-compliance would be the responsibility of NHIDCL and the EPC contractor.
The agreement was signed by representatives of CSU, NHIDCL and the EPC contractor
Tuesday, June 23, 2026