Itanagar: Temporary maintenance work has begun on the NH-415 Package-B stretch between Papu Nallah and Nirjuli, PWD (Highway) executive engineer Hage Tajang said.Clarifying that the ongoing work is limited to interim maintenance, Tajang said it should not be mistaken for full-scale reconstruction of the highway.The severely damaged and pothole-ridden stretch has caused daily hardship for commuters and residents across the Itanagar Capital Complex. Local residents and organisations have warned of peaceful protests if comprehensive repairs are not expedited.Tajang attributed the rapid deterioration of the road to the unregulated discharge of household and storm water onto the highway by nearby property owners. Heavy rainfall in the region, combined with the uncontrolled flow of water, has eroded the road surface and weakened its subgrade, he said.He appealed to property owners and the public to ensure proper drainage systems and prevent water from flowing directly onto the highway.Tajang said NH-415 Package-B would undergo comprehensive reconstruction once the fresh tendering process is completed. He expressed optimism that the project would provide lasting structural durability and improve connectivity along the corridor.
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