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Sikkim HC orders state to revisit NH-10 odd-even rule in three weeks
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🗓 24 Sep 2026, 01:01 PM
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The Sikkim High Court has directed the state government to reassess the odd-even traffic scheme on National Highway 10, granting a three-week period for a revised plan.
The Sikkim High Court issued a directive ordering the state government to review the odd‑even traffic restriction that has been applied to National Highway 10. The court set a clear deadline, giving the administration three weeks to submit a revised approach.
The odd‑even scheme, introduced to regulate vehicle movement on the busy highway, has drawn attention from commuters and local authorities. While the court did not elaborate on the reasons for the review, it emphasized the need for a balanced traffic management strategy.
State officials are now tasked with preparing a new proposal that addresses the court's concerns within the stipulated timeframe. The outcome will determine whether the current restriction remains, is modified, or is replaced by an alternative measure.
Legal experts note that such judicial interventions are aimed at ensuring that public policies are both effective and compliant with broader regulatory standards.
The odd‑even scheme, introduced to regulate vehicle movement on the busy highway, has drawn attention from commuters and local authorities. While the court did not elaborate on the reasons for the review, it emphasized the need for a balanced traffic management strategy.
State officials are now tasked with preparing a new proposal that addresses the court's concerns within the stipulated timeframe. The outcome will determine whether the current restriction remains, is modified, or is replaced by an alternative measure.
Legal experts note that such judicial interventions are aimed at ensuring that public policies are both effective and compliant with broader regulatory standards.