Kohima: A massive landslide near the Dzüdza bridge under Sechü Zubza has resulted in the complete blockage of NH-29, connecting Kohima and Dimapur.
Restoration of the affected area at chainage KM 163+980 to KM 164+030 (RHS) is expected to take several days or even weeks to complete as per an official notice.
DDMA Officials led by Deputy Commissioner, Kohima Kumar Ramnikant along with officials from NHIDCL, and M/S Brand Eagles inspected the landslide on Saturday.
In response, Ramnikant, has issued a travel advisory for light vehicles, outlining alternative routes for commuters.
For vehicles traveling from Kohima to Dimapur, the following routes are recommended:
- Jotsoma-Khonoma-Mezoma-Sechüma-Sechü Zubza
- Dzüdza Bridge-Mezo Basa-Sechüma-Sechü Zubza
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For vehicles traveling from Dimapur to Kohima, the advised route is Peducha Bridge-Tsiesema (10 Mile Road).
Commuters have been encouraged to plan their journeys accordingly and cooperate fully with authorities to ensure safe and smooth travel during this period of disruption.
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