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Manipur Resumes Imphal‑Dimapur‑Guwahati Bus Service After Three‑Year Halt
✍️ Outlook India
🗓 22 Aug 2026, 05:53 PM
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After a three‑year suspension, the state government has reinstated the inter‑state bus route linking Imphal, Dimapur and Guwahati.
The Manipur government announced the revival of the inter‑state bus service that connects Imphal with Dimapur in Nagaland and Guwahati in Assam, ending a three‑year hiatus. The route, which had been suspended since 2020, is now operational with regular daily trips.
The reinstated service is expected to ease travel for thousands of commuters, traders and tourists who rely on road transport between the three cities. By restoring the link, authorities aim to boost regional commerce and tourism, and provide a more affordable alternative to rail and air travel.
State transport officials have scheduled the buses to run at fixed intervals throughout the day, using both government‑owned and private operators. The move is part of a broader effort to improve connectivity in the Northeast and to address long‑standing demands from local residents for reliable public transport.
While the exact frequency and capacity of the buses were not disclosed, the service is slated to operate on a year‑round basis, subject to periodic review based on passenger demand and road conditions.
The reinstated service is expected to ease travel for thousands of commuters, traders and tourists who rely on road transport between the three cities. By restoring the link, authorities aim to boost regional commerce and tourism, and provide a more affordable alternative to rail and air travel.
State transport officials have scheduled the buses to run at fixed intervals throughout the day, using both government‑owned and private operators. The move is part of a broader effort to improve connectivity in the Northeast and to address long‑standing demands from local residents for reliable public transport.
While the exact frequency and capacity of the buses were not disclosed, the service is slated to operate on a year‑round basis, subject to periodic review based on passenger demand and road conditions.