Chakhesang Students’ Union (CSU) on Saturday re-sealed the base camp of EPC contractor M/s Ratna Infrastructure Project Pvt. Ltd. at North Kikruma, a day after the District Administration removed the sealing
KOHIMA — The Chakhesang Students’ Union (CSU) on Saturday re-sealed the base camp of EPC contractor M/s Ratna Infrastructure Project Pvt. Ltd. at North Kikruma, a day after the District Administration removed the sealing.
The CSU had sealed the contractor’s base camp on Friday, demanding the immediate termination of M/s Ratna Infrastructure Project Pvt. Ltd. and retendering of the work within 72 working hours, over the alleged failure to complete the Kohima-Jessami Road Package-II project as per the contract agreement.
However, the District Administration removed the seal in the evening of the same day, before the student body re-sealed on Saturday.
The CSU warned that anyone attempting to “hijack” its agitation would be doing so at their own risk. It also stated that the District Administration, which it accused of suppressing its democratic agitation, would be held responsible for any “untoward situation” arising from public anger and resentment.
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USSC backs CSU
Meanwhile, the United Sangtam Students’ Conference (USSC) expressed its “full and unwavering support” to the CSU over its agitation and demand for the immediate termination of M/s Ratna Infrastructure Project Pvt. Ltd.
In a statement issued in reference to the CSU’s press statement dated September 25, the USSC said the delay in the NH-29 Two-Lane (Kohima-Jessami Road) Package-II project had caused “deep anguish and frustration” among the public.
Describing the road as a lifeline for the people of Kiphire district and other parts of Nagaland, it stated that students, patients, traders, government employees and other citizens depend on the route for education, healthcare, commerce and essential services.
According to the USSC, despite the extension of the project deadline till September 24, 2026, the contractor’s progress remained at 44.30%, resulting in dust, mud, accidents, economic losses and other difficulties for residents along the route.
Criticising the District Administration for removing the sealing of the camp, the USSC stated that a peaceful agitation by a student body should not be suppressed, and that any attempt to stifle democratic movement could lead to greater public resentment.
It also questioned the role of the District Administration, as the head of the Project Monitoring Group, in ensuring timely completion of the project, and that it should address the failures of the contractor and the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (NHIDCL).
The conference went on to call upon citizens and its affiliated units to stand with the CSU.
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