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Imphal‑Dimapur‑Guwahati Bus Service Restarts After Three‑Year Hiatus Under Security Cover
✍️ Deccan Herald
🗓 22 Aug 2026, 06:12 AM
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The inter‑state bus link connecting Imphal, Dimapur and Guwahati has resumed operations after a three‑year suspension, now running under heightened security measures.
The long‑awaited bus service linking Imphal in Manipur with Dimapur in Nagaland and Guwahati in Assam has been reinstated after a three‑year break. The revival comes with a dedicated security cover to address safety concerns that led to the suspension.
Authorities have deployed personnel along the route to monitor traffic and protect passengers, signalling confidence in the stability of the region. The service is expected to facilitate smoother travel for commuters, traders and tourists across the three northeastern states.
Transport officials said the resumption will also boost local economies by improving connectivity and reducing travel time compared to alternative modes. The buses are now operating on a regular schedule, subject to periodic security assessments.
Stakeholders, including local businesses and passenger groups, welcomed the development, noting that reliable inter‑state transport has been a missing link for years. The move is seen as a step toward normalising daily life in the northeast after prolonged disruptions.
The service will continue under the stipulated security framework, with officials monitoring the situation closely to ensure passenger safety and uninterrupted operations.
Authorities have deployed personnel along the route to monitor traffic and protect passengers, signalling confidence in the stability of the region. The service is expected to facilitate smoother travel for commuters, traders and tourists across the three northeastern states.
Transport officials said the resumption will also boost local economies by improving connectivity and reducing travel time compared to alternative modes. The buses are now operating on a regular schedule, subject to periodic security assessments.
Stakeholders, including local businesses and passenger groups, welcomed the development, noting that reliable inter‑state transport has been a missing link for years. The move is seen as a step toward normalising daily life in the northeast after prolonged disruptions.
The service will continue under the stipulated security framework, with officials monitoring the situation closely to ensure passenger safety and uninterrupted operations.