According to a departmental update, the visit formed part of Aye’s tour of divisions where construction of the Foothill Road is underway. The Minister has been visiting each division to review ground conditions, examine the pace and quality of work, and address implementation-related challenges without delay.
Aye was accompanied by Secretary, Works and Housing, John Tsulise Sangtam; Superintending Engineer (D), Public Works Department (Roads & Bridges), and State Quality Coordinator Lanu Jamir; Executive Engineer (D) and Foothill Road project in-charge Chubalepshi Jamir; the Executive Engineer of the department’s Mon Division; and other officials. During the inspection, he reviewed the progress of the projects and held discussions with the engineers and officials concerned.
The Minister appreciated the efforts of the department while urging officials to work with greater sincerity to ensure that the projects are completed within the stipulated timeframe. He also made it clear that construction quality should not be compromised during execution.
Aye called on contractors to carry out the works diligently and meet the scheduled completion timelines so that residents can benefit from improved connectivity at the earliest. He underscored the importance of roads as essential infrastructure for the people and reiterated the department’s commitment to providing durable, all-weather road links. The Minister also stated that he would continue monitoring the Foothill Road and other road projects across Nagaland.