CSU to intensify phase-2 agitation
Chakhesang Students’ Union (CSU) has affirmed that ongoing phase-II agitation against nonfulfillment of commitments by NHIDCL and M/S Ratna Infrastructure Project Pvt. Ltd. would continue with full intensity until the demands of the CSU were met.
In a notification, CSU president Pfhülo Sara and general secretary Kuzoto Swuro informed all concerned parties to ensure strict compliance and adherence to its directive.
CSU is enforcing indefinite blockade of NHIDCL, M/s Ratna Infrastructure Projects Pvt. Ltd., and all government-registered vehicles along Chakhabama–Kikruma (Package II) stretch of NH-29.
However, CSU has exempted government vehicles belonging to medical services, administrative services, fire and emergency services, police and paramilitary forces, power and PHE department staff on duty.
Despite prior warnings issued on May 11, 2025, CSU termed as “unfortunate” that it had to seize three NHIDCL vehicles and one government-registered vehicle. “This clearly reflects a lackadaisical attitude and utter disregard for the directives of the CSU,” the union said.
CSU has reiterated its “unwavering commitment and stand” toward its demands, adding the union would remain steadfast in its pursuit.
PTBA slams delay in completing road work
DIMAPUR, MAY 12 (NPN): Pfutsero Town Business Association (PTBA) slammed the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) and the executing contractor, Ratna Infrastructure Project Pvt. Ltd., for “unacceptable delay” in completing the Chakhabama-Kikruma section under Package 2 of the Kohima–Jessami Road project.
PTBA stated that despite being sanctioned under the Government of India’s flagship Bharatmala Pariyojana, the project has witnessed negligible progress. It said that “persistent inaction” by NHIDCL and executing contractor has severely disrupted regional connectivity and transportation.
PTBA said the road contract was under the EPS mode. The association expressed serious concern over NHIDCL’s lack of effective planning, oversight, monitoring, and enforcement.
It maintained that large portions of the road remained impassable, particularly during the monsoon season, leaving trucks and essential vehicles stranded for hours or days.
“This has led to the damage of goods and vehicles, inflated transportation costs, and significant disruption to trade, mobility, and economic activity in the region,” PTBA.
The association has extended full support and solidarity to the Chakhesang Students’ Union (CSU) for their “proactive stance” in defending public welfare and infrastructure rights. It said that CSU’s ongoing agitation reflected the collective frustration of the community and underscored the urgent need for corrective action.
Further, PTBA said that the delay constituted a clear violation of contractual and statutory obligations under the Indian Contract Act, 1872, the National Highways Act, 1956, and the Right to Service framework.
It reminded that those legal provisions mandated the timely and efficient delivery of public infrastructure. If urgent measures were not implemented, PTBA cautioned that it would be compelled to escalate the matter by filing formal complaints through the Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS), submitting a petition to the Managing Director of NHIDCL in New Delhi, and notify the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) for appropriate redressal and disciplinary action.
PTBA stated that the people of Pfutsero and Chakhesang region have shown remarkable patience in the face of prolonged hardship. However, it said continued neglect would no longer be tolerated.
The association asserted that delay was not merely a management failure, but a violation of the people’s right to safe transportation, economic opportunity, and public safety.
PTBA has, therefore, demanded immediate resumption and timely completion of the Chakhabama–Kikruma road project, full restoration of the route to a motorable condition, and the institution of a robust system for continuous maintenance and oversight to ensure long-term infrastructure sustainability.
VCs under MAPO serve 5-day ultimatum
DIMAPUR, MAY 12 (NPN): Joint Village Council under Meluri Area Public Organisation (MAPO) has served a five-day ultimatum to National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL) to address the incomplete parts of two-lane road construction.
In a letter to NHIDCL executive director through station in-charge of Meluri camp, Khumiasü Village Council chairman Nyukhuosie, Meluri Village Council chairman Tsirhutho Pochury and Riehuope Village Council Head GB Sekusu lamented that despite several spot verifications jointly made by NHIDCL officials, KKB Rulho Pvt Ltd and village council leaders of Meluri area, and subsequent assurances by the former to address the incomplete parts of two-lane road construction, no positive steps were taken and remained neglected with machineries moved out from the site.
Hence, they asserted that no vehicles, machineries and officials of NHIDCL and KKB Rulho would be allowed to ply along the neglected road if no positive actions were taken within five days (on or before May 16), for which the executive director would have to take the moral responsibility.