Nagaland: Concern over growing traffic congestion in Kohima
Dimapur: The Regional Transport Authority (RTA) of Nagaland's Kohima at a meeting on Wednesday expressed serious concern over growing traffic congestion in the city.
The meeting, presided over by Kohima deputy commissioner Kumar Ramnikant, was held at his office conference hall.
It addressed a wide range of transport and traffic-related issues impacting the district, with a special focus on preparations for the upcoming Hornbill Festival.
Addressing the meeting, MLA and chairman of Kohima District Planning & Development Board Tseilhoutuo Rhutso noted that the growing traffic congestion in Kohima has significantly hindered daily activities and caused stagnation in movement.
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Rhutso emphasised the need for a comprehensive study to explore alternative routes and traffic management solutions, particularly in light of the increased traffic expected during the Hornbill Festival.
He stressed that collective effort and cooperation would be essential in finding a lasting solution.
The meeting included discussions on several key issues, including the presence of off-road vehicles, which contribute to parking challenges in the city.
The possibility of removing such vehicles and identifying a designated junkyard for them was considered a step toward alleviating parking problems.
Discussions were held regarding the opening and closing of specific routes as well as the timing of truck movements and their entry into the city, especially during the festival period.
The meeting raised concern over the lack of traffic discipline among commuters.
It was agreed that a sensitisation drive would be initiated with the RTA collaborating with various transport sectors to promote traffic awareness and discipline.
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In terms of school transportation, the meeting resolved that all school buses in Kohima must be painted yellow, and equipped with emergency doors.
These buses must display the registration numbers as well as contact details of the drivers in order to enhance safety standards.
The need to study and identify new traffic routes to ease congestion was also highlighted, with recommendation to submit a feasibility report to the concerned department on the proposed routes.