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Politics
Sikkim High Court Orders Review of Odd‑Even Traffic Rule on NH‑10
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 08:47 PM
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The Sikkim High Court has directed the state government to revisit the odd‑even vehicle restriction scheme applied on National Highway 10.
The bench of the Sikkim High Court issued a formal directive asking the state government to re‑examine the odd‑even traffic management scheme that has been enforced on National Highway 10. The order was delivered in a recent hearing where petitioners raised concerns about the rule's impact.
The odd‑even policy, introduced to alleviate congestion and curb vehicular emissions along the highway, now faces a judicial review to assess its effectiveness and any unintended consequences. The court has instructed the authorities to evaluate data on traffic flow, pollution levels, and public convenience before deciding on the scheme's future.
In its order, the court emphasized the need for a balanced approach that safeguards environmental goals while ensuring smooth movement for commuters. The government has been asked to submit a detailed report on the policy's outcomes within a stipulated timeframe.
The odd‑even policy, introduced to alleviate congestion and curb vehicular emissions along the highway, now faces a judicial review to assess its effectiveness and any unintended consequences. The court has instructed the authorities to evaluate data on traffic flow, pollution levels, and public convenience before deciding on the scheme's future.
In its order, the court emphasized the need for a balanced approach that safeguards environmental goals while ensuring smooth movement for commuters. The government has been asked to submit a detailed report on the policy's outcomes within a stipulated timeframe.