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Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma held a high-level meeting with NHIDCL officials to review national highway projects. He expressed serious concern over the poor condition of roads, which are full of potholes and surface damage. The Chief Minister specifically highlighted the Aizawl-Vairengte highway as the state's lifeline, demanding it receive top priority for maintenance. He also proposed using cement concrete for future construction to better handle the region's heavy monsoons.

Key Points: Mizoram CM Lalduhoma Urges Urgent NHIDCL Highway Repairs

  • CM Lalduhoma expressed serious concern over potholes and deteriorating highway conditions across the state
  • Instructed NHIDCL to ensure timely, quality repairs during contractors' liability period
  • Proposed using rigid cement concrete pavement to withstand heavy monsoon rainfall
  • Addressed compensation for church damaged by NHIDCL road-cutting activities
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Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma reviews National highway projects, stresses urgent repairs in high-level meeting

Mizoram CM Lalduhoma reviews NHIDCL projects, demands urgent repairs for pothole-ridden highways and proposes cement concrete roads for durability.

"He singled out the Aizawl-Vairengte highway, describing it as the state's 'lifeline' - Official Release"

Aizawl, September 23

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma conducted a high-level review meeting on Tuesday with officials from the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) to assess the progress of highway projects in Mizoram.

Aizawl (Mizoram) [India], September 23 (ANI): Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma conducted a high-level review meeting on Tuesday with officials from the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) to assess the progress of highway projects in Mizoram.

The meeting was held at the Chief Minister's Conference Hall, attended by PWD Minister Pu Vanlalhlana, along with senior officials from the State PWD, the Planning & Economics Department, and NHIDCL.

Expressing serious concern, the Chief Minister pointed out the deteriorating condition of several National Highways, which are marred by potholes and surface damage, as stated in the release.

According to the release, the CM instructed NHIDCL to ensure that timely and quality repairs are carried out during the contractors' liability period. A key directive from the Chief Minister was the proper handover of existing town roads to the State PWD once new bypasses are constructed.

He singled out the Aizawl-Vairengte highway, describing it as the state's "lifeline," and called for it to be given the highest priority for maintenance and development.

To combat Mizoram's heavy rainfall and prolonged monsoons, which cause rapid road wear, Chief Minister Lalduhoma has proposed the use of rigid pavement (cement concrete) for highway construction.

He was informed that the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways has already directed NHIDCL to examine this proposal. The Chief Minister urged NHIDCL to expedite this review.

The meeting also addressed the issue of the collapsed Thingfala Mamte 'T' Baptist Church, which was damaged due to NHIDCL road-cutting activities.

Officials reported that damage assessments by the Deputy Commissioner's office have been submitted, and the matter is being processed for further action.

In response, NHIDCL's Mizoram Regional Executive Director, Pu Adelbert Susngi, assured the Chief Minister that all the raised concerns would be addressed promptly.

NHIDCL officials also briefed the CM on various challenges encountered at project sites.

The review was also attended by Pu Vanlaldina Fanai, Commissioner & Secretary to the CM (PWD), Pi K. Lalrinzuali, Secretary (P&E), and Er. H. Zoramliana, Engineer-in-Chief, PWD, among other officials.

- ANI

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Priya S
The cement concrete road idea makes perfect sense for Mizoram's climate. Regular asphalt just can't handle the heavy rainfall. Smart thinking by CM Lalduhoma! This will save so much maintenance cost in long run.
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Sarah B
It's concerning that a church collapsed due to road work. Hope the affected community gets proper compensation quickly. Infrastructure development shouldn't come at the cost of people's safety and heritage.
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Arjun K
Good initiative but I hope this isn't just another meeting that leads to no action. We've seen many reviews before with little improvement on ground. The proof will be in actual road repairs, not just assurances.
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Kavya N
As someone from Northeast, better highways mean so much for our connectivity and economy. Mizoram's beautiful hills deserve good roads that can handle the terrain and weather. Hope NHIDCL delivers quality work this time! 👍
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Michael C
The focus on contractor liability period is crucial. Many contractors do shoddy work and disappear. Proper handover to state PWD after bypass construction also makes administrative sense. Good governance steps!

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