MP Supongmeren Jamir meets officials to assess landslide situation

• DIMAPUR — Lok Sabha MP and President of the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC), S Supongmeren Jamir on Monday held a crucial meeting with the deputy commissioner of Kohima, additional deputy commissioner, and the sub-divisional officer (civil), Jakhama, to assess the ongoing situation at the landslide-affected area in Phesama village under Kohima district.

S Supongmeren Jamir with officials of Kohima district administration during a meeting in Kohima on Monday.

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• During the meeting, the deputy commissioner apprised the MP on the prompt actions being undertaken in coordination with the village council of Phesama and the affected landowners, to ensure early clearance and restoration of the blocked roads, the NPCC stated in a press release.
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• The MP expressed concern over the disruption caused to commuters and stressed the need for expedited measures.

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• “A significant part of the discussion also centred on the ongoing challenges related to the bypass road connecting Packages 1 to 4.
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• The district administration informed that serious efforts were being made to resolve the issues by engaging with the respective landowners, contractors, and officials from the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL),” the release stated.
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• The MP acknowledged the efforts of the administration and urged for collaborative and time-bound action to ensure road connectivity is restored at the earliest, considering its importance to the public and regional transport, it added.