Kohima: The Central Nagaland Tribes Council wants the Dimapur Police to hit the brakes on routine vehicle document checks. They submitted a formal request to the Commissioner of Police to pause these drives from November 11, 2026, until January 31, 2027. It stems from the September 11, 2026, notification on document compliance which had already seen an extension.
Festivities are coming. The Hornbill Festival runs from December 1 to 10, followed by Christmas and the New Year. Families will flock to Dimapur for weddings and social gatherings during these months. The council argues that current enforcement causes unnecessary delays for travelers, especially those moving with children and the elderly. They aren't asking for a total free-for-all, however.
The group insists they still support road safety. They want police to keep nabbing dangerous drivers and those committing serious offenses like overloading. "The Council instead called for a balanced and considerate approach that takes into account the practical difficulties faced by commuters during the season." They even offered to send volunteers to help manage traffic flow if the authorities agree to the pause.
Updated at 11th November 2026 at 5:48pm
Vikato I. Chishi, the council's media cell convenor, released the statement on behalf of the organization. Beyond just offering traffic flow assistance, the council specifically pitched their volunteer force to help with public awareness campaigns to ensure drivers understand the importance of cooperation with law enforcement even during the requested break in routine document checks.
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