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Night Travel to Sikkim Halted as NH-10 Traffic Restriction Takes Effect
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🗓 13 Nov 2026, 03:16 AM
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A traffic restriction imposed on National Highway 10 has suspended night-time travel to Sikkim, causing inconvenience for commuters.
National Highway 10, the main arterial road linking Siliguri to Gangtok, has been placed under a traffic restriction that bars night-time movement. The restriction, announced by state transport authorities, came into force early this week and applies to all vehicles after sunset.
The move has effectively halted overnight travel to Sikkim, leaving passengers and freight operators to seek alternative arrangements. Authorities have advised motorists to either complete journeys before dusk or use daytime windows, and to consider alternate routes where feasible.
Transport officials said the restriction is temporary, aimed at addressing safety concerns on the mountainous stretch, and will be reviewed regularly. Meanwhile, hotels and tourism operators in Sikkim have warned of potential disruptions for tourists expecting night arrivals.
The move has effectively halted overnight travel to Sikkim, leaving passengers and freight operators to seek alternative arrangements. Authorities have advised motorists to either complete journeys before dusk or use daytime windows, and to consider alternate routes where feasible.
Transport officials said the restriction is temporary, aimed at addressing safety concerns on the mountainous stretch, and will be reviewed regularly. Meanwhile, hotels and tourism operators in Sikkim have warned of potential disruptions for tourists expecting night arrivals.