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MP Supongmeren Jamir reviews railway development projects in Nagaland
MP S Supongmeren Jamir reviewed railway projects in Dimapur, Sukhovi, and Molvom; discussed key concerns and infrastructure plans.
Published on Jun 11, 2025
By EMN
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- DIMAPUR — Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), S Supongmeren Jamir, visited Dimapur, Sukhovi, and Molvom railway stations on June 10.
- An update stated that during the visit, he held a series of meetings with officials from Indian Railways and various state government departments of Dimapur and Chümoukedima districts to assess ongoing railway development projects in the state.
S Supongmeren Jamir reviews railway development projects with officials during a meeting at Dimapur Railway Station on June 10.
- At Dimapur Railway Station, Jamir conducted a review meeting with officials from the Dimapur and Lumding Railway divisions, along with representatives from the district administration, Nagaland Police, Land Revenue department, and Nagaland State Transport department of Dimapur district.
- The discussions focused on the status of the Dimapur Railway Station upgradation project. Officials briefed the MP on ongoing development work and highlighted several impediments hampering project progress.
- Another key concern raised by railway authorities was the uncertain future of the Lumding–Furkating Railway Line Doubling Project within Nagaland. They warned that continued inaction in addressing the challenges could lead to rerouting the project, potentially bypassing the state entirely.
- At Sukhovi Railway Station, Jamir chaired a meeting attended by railway officials, the additional deputy commissioner (ADC), and the additional deputy commissioner of police (ADCP), Chümoukedima.
- Officials noted that with both passenger and freight services currently operating and growing at near optimum capacity, there was an urgent need for the development of additional support infrastructure, including the establishment of a permanent police outpost, a livestock screening and quarantine facility, and the installation of an inner line permit (ILP) checkpoint with integrated detention and deportation capabilities.
- Other pressing concerns highlighted included the lack of staff accommodation due to stalled construction of staff quarters and the dilapidated condition of key road stretches linking the station to the national highway.
- During the final leg of the visit, Jamir inspected Molvom Railway Station, where railway officials reported significant progress. With track laying and core station infrastructure completed, and a substantial portion of the loading/unloading dock developed, the station is projected to be commissioned within the next two to three months.
- He reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that critical infrastructure projects in Nagaland receive the attention and support required for timely completion and assured all possible support and assistance to facilitate their smooth implementation.
- Lauds unity in NH-2 restoration work
- Meanwhile, Jamir thanked all the stakeholders who rallied together following the collapse of a portion of National Highway 2 near the Kisama exit gate.
- In a separate press statement, the MP noted that during his follow-up visit to the site on Wednesday, he was deeply encouraged to witness the spirit of unity and swift action demonstrated by various stakeholders.
- He particularly extended gratitude to the Phesama Village Council, affected landowners, District Administration, the contractor, and the NHIDCL team for their immediate and coordinated response, which enabled the commencement of repair work starting June 11.
- “NH-2 is a vital lifeline, facilitating crucial intra- and inter-state connectivity, and I appreciate the assurance given by NHIDCL officials and the contractor to complete the restoration work within ten days. I urge them to remain committed to this stated goal and ensure its timely realisation,” he said.
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