A tragic rockfall incident claimed the life of a truck driver on May 30 at New Chümoukedima (Pakala Pahar) area on NH-29, a known hazard zone along the Medziphema-Dimapur route.

The accident occurred around 8:00 AM when a dumper truck (registration number MN01A A4181) en route from Medziphema to Dimapur, was struck by a falling boulder. The rock hit the truck’s cabin directly, killing the driver on the spot.

Chümoukedima Police Officer-in-Charge confirmed the identity of the deceased as one Abdul Salam (28 years), a native of Hailakandi Assam, and a resident of New Showuba.

After completing all legal formalities, authorities handed over the body to the family of the deceased.

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The incident area, despite preventive measures such as installation of rockfall barriers by the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), continues to be flagged as a high-risk zone especially during the monsoon season. Frequent rockfalls and landslides have made the stretch particularly dangerous following episodes of continuous rainfall.

Authorities have reiterated the need for heightened caution in the area and have urged commuters to remain vigilant during this season.