Dimapur, July 24 (MExN): The Dimapur district administration has imposed immediate restrictions on the movement of 10-wheeler and other heavy motor vehicles along National Highways 29 and 02, citing incessant rainfall, road safety concerns and the need to prevent traffic congestion and damage to public infrastructure.
The order, issued by Deputy Commissioner and DDMA Chairman Dr Tinojonshi Chang, will remain in force until further notice, the administration said in an official communication.
“The movement of 10-wheeler vehicles and other heavy vehicles shall not be permitted on the notified road/area during the period of restriction. Any movement of such vehicles, if unavoidable, shall be undertaken only with prior permission from the competent authority,” the order read.
The district administration directed the Traffic Police, Police Department and other enforcement agencies to ensure strict compliance with the restrictions. Violators will be liable for action under applicable rules and regulations, it added.
This order shall remain in force until further orders. All concerned are directed to ensure strict compliance, it added.