Northeast Desk, 12th July: A landslide at the Kuliang section of National Highway 06 (NH-06) in East Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya, has led to the suspension of all vehicular movement in the area, authorities announced today.
The East Jaintia Hills Police Department issued a statement via their official Facebook page, informing commuters about the closure. The statement reads, “Important Information for NH-06 Commuters via EJH: Landslide occurred at Kuliang (NH-06), all vehicular movement has been stopped until the repair work is complete.”
Officials have not provided an estimated timeline for the completion of repairs. Travellers are advised to seek alternative routes and to stay updated with the latest developments regarding the situation.
The East Jaintia Hills Police assured the public that they will provide updates on the repair progress as soon as they are available. Commuters who regularly use NH-06 are encouraged to monitor official channels for real-time information.
The landslide underscores the ongoing challenges posed by natural disasters in the region, impacting transportation and necessitating swift response and repair efforts.
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