Other side of dredging Naga Nullah : Stench chokes Dingku Road
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, April 25 2025: Mud and waste from Naga Nullah piled near the Khuman Lampak's northern gate has caused serious inconvenience to commuters on Dingku Road.

Apart from causing traffic problems, the improper dumping of waste and mud has also raised health concerns.

While residents of Nagaram and nearby areas welcome the authorities' initiative to dredge Naga Nullah before the monsoon season, the mud and waste are causing chaos on Dingku Road.

Water from the mud and waste is flowing onto the road, making it difficult for drivers to navigate.

The waste and mud have been accumulating at the site for at least two/three days, resulting in a strong, unpleasant odour that's becoming unbearable.

Other side of dredging Naga Nullah : Stench chokes Dingku Road

Notably, Dingku Road, connecting Chingmeirong and Khurai, is often plagued by congestion, making the current situation even more challenging.

Talking to The Sangai Express, some commuters on Dingku Road expressed support for the dredging initiative, suggesting it should be done annually.

They attributed the altered rainfall patterns to large-scale deforestation, recalling the devastating floods that hit Imphal City and surrounding areas last year.

Chingmeirong and Nagaram, they noted, were among the worst-affected areas.

While appreciating the effort to clean the Naga Nullah, they stressed that the waste should be removed promptly and disposed properly.

Passers-by often cover their noses near the northern gate of Khuman Lampak due to the unbearable stench, the commuters said, expressing concern that the site could become a breeding ground for mosquitoes and other disease-carrying insects.

A resident of Nagaram welcomed the authority's efforts to prevent Naga Nullah from clogging, noting that the water could be used for domestic purposes if kept clean.

However, he lamented that some people have a habit of littering rivers and water bodies, undoing conservation efforts.