Dimapur, October 13: The Khiamniungan Students’ Union (KSU) has issued a seven-day notice to the Public Works Department (Roads & Bridges), Government of Nagaland, demanding clarification and accountability over the prolonged delay and reported stoppage of the Chendang Saddle–Pangsha (Phase-II) road project and the Noklak–Thonoknyu road via Sanglao.
In a press release dated October 12, the Union expressed dissatisfaction with the department’s reply under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, stating that it failed to provide satisfactory details on the projects’ implementation and current status.The KSU has sought clarification on contradictory statements regarding land compensation and the discontinuation of the NLCPR scheme, the identity of an organisation allegedly linked to the stoppage of work, the reported suspension of construction for nine to ten months during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the circumstances surrounding the closure of both projects.
It has also demanded documentary evidence, details of financial expenditure and outstanding compensation, accountability of the concerned authorities, and a definite timeline for completing the remaining works.The Union has called for a comprehensive, point-wise written response supported by official records within seven days of receipt of the notice.
Warning against continued inaction, the KSU stated that it may pursue further lawful and democratic measures before the competent authorities, emphasising that reliable road connectivity is essential for access to education, healthcare, transportation and economic development in the affected communities.
