The Deputy Commissioner of Dimapur, Dr. Tinojongshi Chang, NCS, has issued a general notice on 11th November 2026, directing the removal of unauthorised encroachments along the proposed road construction stretch from Amar Mill to the Bible Society of India building (Coconut Turning), Dimapur.

The proposed road construction had been undertaken in larger public interest to decongest traffic, ensure public safety and facilitate the orderly development of infrastructure in the district. A work order for the project had already been issued by the concerned department as well.

However, several individuals have erected buildings, houses, shops, shanties, sheds, boundary walls, fences, hoardings and kiosks, besides placing materials and goods on land and within the right-of-way falling along the proposed road alignment, without lawful authority or valid permission.

Therefore, it has been directed that any structure or encroachment remaining on the land after the deadline would be removed or demolished by the administration, if necessary, and the cost of removal, demolition and clearance would be recovered from the encroachers in accordance with the law. Legal proceedings would also be initiated against those obstructing the eviction drive or officials engaged in the exercise.

Persons claiming any lawful right, title, interest or valid permission over land or structures within the proposed road alignment have been asked to produce original and valid supporting documents, along with government approval or allotment orders, before the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur, within seven days from the date of issuance of the notice for verification.

All concerned have also been advised to cooperate with the District Administration and remove their movable belongings and goods well in advance to avoid loss and inconvenience.

The notice stated that it would come into force with immediate effect.

(I.Tiakumla. Ao, IA Dimapur)