KOHIMA, NOVEMBER 10 (MExN): The affected stretch of NH-02 at Phesama Sinking Zone along the Kohima-Mao section has been partially restored and opened for one-way traffic for up/southbound vehicles with immediate effect.
An order issued by District Magistrate Kohima, B Henok Buchem, on November 10, stated that light motor vehicles, school buses and ambulances would be permitted to use the stretch during two designated time slots: 7:00 am to 10:00 am and 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Students in uniform and ambulances will be permitted to travel in both directions during these hours, the order stated.
The affected stretch, between Km 191+840 and Km 192+100, will remain completely closed to all vehicular traffic during the remaining hours to facilitate restoration works. Heavy commercial vehicles and other heavy transport vehicles bound for Manipur and Jakhama Sub-Division will continue to remain restricted.
Meanwhile, all Kohima-bound vehicles have been directed to use the alternative route via Phesama-Kisama/Kigwema through Rhododendron Resort. Existing alternative routes and diversions will remain operational.
The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), contractors and Authority Engineers have been directed to deploy machinery and adequate manpower at the site from 6:00 am daily to expedite the remaining restoration works and address weather disruptions or emergency clearance requirements. The latest order supersedes the earlier order issued on August 11.
