The Office of the Superintendent of Police (Traffic), Gangtok, has issued a traffic restriction notice concerning the temporary suspension of vehicular movement through the Manbir Colony work zone. The restriction will be in effect from 07:00 AM on October 18, 2025, to 06:00 PM on October 20, 2025.
This order is issued under the authority of Section 159(2) of The Sikkim Police Act, 2008, based on a formal request from the Roads & Bridges Department, Government of Sikkim. The restriction is necessary to facilitate essential culvert construction work in the area.
Scope of Work
The scheduled construction activities include:
Excavation across the carriageway
Laying of new Hume pipe culverts
Bedding and alignment of the culverts
Backfilling and compaction
Reinstatement of the pavement layers
These works are part of planned infrastructure improvements intended to ensure the structural stability and durability of the road network.
Traffic Impact
During the period of restriction:
All types of vehicular movement will be prohibited within the designated work zone
The restriction will remain in place 24 hours a day for the entire duration to ensure safe and uninterrupted execution of work
Exceptions
Passage through the work zone will be allowed only for emergency service vehicles, including:
Ambulances
Fire services
Police vehicles
Hospital vehicles
Army vehicles
Access for these vehicles will be managed through controlled openings, as required.
Public Advisory
Commuters and residents are advised to:
Plan their travel in advance
Avoid the restricted area during the specified period
Use alternate routes as necessary
Traffic personnel will be deployed to assist with diversions and ensure public safety.
Summary
Affected Area: Manbir Colony work zone, Gangtok
Restriction Period: 07:00 AM, October 18 to 06:00 PM, October 20, 2025
Reason: Culvert construction by Roads & Bridges Department
Issued Under: Section 159(2), The Sikkim Police Act, 2008
Permitted Exceptions: Emergency service vehicles only
The public is requested to comply with the restriction in the interest of safety and to facilitate timely completion of the infrastructure work.
