Traffic advisory for half marathon on October 28

DIMAPUR, OCT 26 (NPN): Dimapur police have informed that traffic restrictions would be in force along the route of the ‘Half Marathon 2026’, organised by 173 Battalion CRPF, Dimapur, in collaboration with the Sports Authority of India, on October 28 from 5:20am to 7:30am.
According to Dimapur Police PRO, the marathon would begin at Agri Expo Junction, 4th Mile, at 5:30am and proceed via Central Jail, Naga United Village, NH-29 bypass (Niuland–Shouba), Patkai Bridge and NH-29 towards Dimapur before culminating at Agri Expo Junction.
Vehicles travelling along the route have been advised to use the road space to the right of the runners and maintain a maximum speed of 30 kmph.
Police said overtaking and stopping along the route would be prohibited.
The movement of heavy vehicles along the marathon route would also be restricted, except for school buses and emergency services.
The stretch between Patkai Bridge and the start of NH-29 four-lane section near the first gate at Chümoukedima would operate as a single lane for vehicles travelling towards Dimapur and Kohima. Traffic personnel would regulate movement in alternating phases, allowing traffic in one direction at a time.
For traffic updates and assistance, commuters could contact Chümoukedima Traffic Control at 7085055039.