The Centre has notified National Highway-515A, connecting Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, raising expectations of improved connectivity and upgrades to a road network that has remained in poor condition for years.
The route starts at its junction with NH-515 near Akajan in Assam and passes through Likabali, Siji, Garu, Dali and Basar before ending at its junction with NH-13 near Bam (Bame) in Arunachal Pradesh.
The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways issued the notification, formally designating the route as a national highway.
The move comes amid concerns over the deteriorating condition of the Likabali-Garu stretch, which has long caused difficulties for commuters, traders and security personnel travelling towards Arunachal Pradesh’s border areas.
The road has deep potholes and damaged sections, while landslides frequently block traffic. Conditions worsen during the monsoon, disrupting the movement of essential supplies to several key administrative towns in the state.
The Galo Youth Organisation (GYO) welcomed the notification, describing it as the fulfilment of a long-standing demand of the Galo community.
GYO president Bomkar Gara said the organisation had pursued the demand for several years and called the notification a significant achievement.
He said the national highway designation could improve connectivity, support development and create greater opportunities for the Galo-Gumin community.
