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Nagaland Minister Supongmeren Jamir Visits Kisama Landslide Site on NH-29, Calls for Permanent Fix
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🗓 24 Sep 2026, 08:02 PM
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Nagaland minister Supongmeren Jamir inspected the landslide-affected stretch of NH-29 near Kisama and urged authorities to implement a permanent solution.
Supongmeren Jamir, a senior minister of the Nagaland government, visited the landslide‑affected section of National Highway 29 near Kisama. During the inspection he met local officials and surveyed the damage to the roadway.
The slide has disrupted traffic on the crucial highway that connects major towns in the state. Emergency teams were deployed to clear debris and ensure safety for commuters.
Jamir stressed the need for a permanent remedy, directing engineering teams to conduct detailed geotechnical surveys and propose slope‑stabilisation measures. He also instructed the Public Works Department to expedite repairs and secure the route against future incidents.
The minister assured residents that the state will allocate the required funds and monitor progress closely, urging the community to cooperate with ongoing remedial work.
The slide has disrupted traffic on the crucial highway that connects major towns in the state. Emergency teams were deployed to clear debris and ensure safety for commuters.
Jamir stressed the need for a permanent remedy, directing engineering teams to conduct detailed geotechnical surveys and propose slope‑stabilisation measures. He also instructed the Public Works Department to expedite repairs and secure the route against future incidents.
The minister assured residents that the state will allocate the required funds and monitor progress closely, urging the community to cooperate with ongoing remedial work.