194/2026-2027

Aizawl, 22 June 2026: Chief Minister Shri Lalduhoma today held a review meeting with Dr. Krishan Kumar, Managing Director of the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), at the Chief Minister's Conference Hall to assess the progress of various NHIDCL projects in Mizoram.

The meeting was attended by Shri Vanlalhlana, Minister for Public Works Department; Shri Lalthansanga, Minister for Environment, Forests & Climate Change; Advisers to the Chief Minister Shri TBC Lalvenchhunga, Shri H. Ginzalal and Dr. Lorrain Lalpekliana Chinzah; and senior government officials. Deputy Commissioners and Competent Authorities for Land Acquisition (CALAs) also joined the meeting virtually.

Key issues discussed during the meeting included:

Aizawl–Thenzawl National Highway: The process of selecting a consultant for preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) is underway, and the tender is expected to be opened by the end of this month. Dr. Krishan Kumar stated that efforts are being made to finalize the alignment within this year and obtain sanction for the project next year.

Seling–Tipaimukh National Highway: The Chief Minister emphasized the need for immediate restoration of the Tuirini and Tuivai bridges. As construction of permanent bridges will take considerable time, it was suggested that the existing bridges be strengthened and repaired at the earliest.

NH-6 (Vairengte–Sairang): Discussions were held on repair and maintenance works along the existing highway. NHIDCL informed that improvement works from Khamrang to Sairang have been completed, while works on the Kolasib section are continuing. It was expressed that disruptions experienced last year should not recur this year.

Tlabung–Kawrpuichhuah Road: It was noted that this road is to be handed over to NHIDCL, and the need for expediting the process was emphasized.

Ongoing National Highway Projects issues: The meeting reviewed issues relating to the construction of the four-lane Vairengte–Sairang/Aizawl National Highway as well as the Aizawl–Tuipang National Highway. Measures for resolving various challenges were discussed and agreed upon.

Reconstruction of Church and School Buildings at Thingfal: The Deputy Commissioner of Lunglei has submitted a proposal for reconstruction of a church and relocation of school buildings affected by highway construction at Thingfal village. Dr. Krishan Kumar assured that the proposal would be examined.

Old National Highway Sections: The meeting discussed the transfer of old highway stretches that have been bypassed due to new alignments. NHIDCL informed that sections where one-time improvement works have already been completed will be handed over to the State PWD. For sections where such improvements have not yet been carried out, NHIDCL will undertake the works before transferring them to the State Government.

Other Issues: NHIDCL also highlighted various challenges encountered during the implementation of its projects in the State, and possible solutions were discussed.

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