Gangtok: The National Highway 10 (NH 10) will be subject to intermittent closures for repairs on April 18 and 19, 2025, between Sevoke and Rangpo. The closures, aimed at ensuring the highway’s maintenance, will occur at specific times, causing disruptions for travelers using the route.
According to the revised schedule issued by the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), the highway will be fully closed for all types of vehicles during the following time slots on both days:
– 03:00-06:00 hours
– 07:00-08:00 hours
– 09:00-10:00 hours
– 11:00-12:00 hours
– 13:00-14:00 hours
– 15:00-16:00 hours
– 17:00-18:00 hours
During these periods, the movement of heavy vehicles will be prohibited from 03:00 to 18:00 hours on both days. Travelers heading to or from Siliguri, Kalimpong, Darjeeling, and Sikkim are advised to plan their trips carefully, as traffic snarls are expected due to these closures.
For those looking to avoid NH 10 disruptions, alternative routes have been suggested, including:
– NH717A through Bagrakote
– Military Highway via Gorubathan
Travelers are advised to plan ahead and choose alternative routes to minimize disruptions.