Imphal, March 7 -- After a 50-year wait, the Shangshak-Tengnoupal road construction project on National Highway 102 A in Manipur is finally set to begin. Villagers across 25 communities in Manipur's Kamjong district have welcomed the initiative but are demanding strict adherence to quality standards.

The project, which involves widening the road into a two-lane highway with a hard shoulder, has spurred the formation of the United Senior Citizens Forum (USCF) of 43 Phungyar AC. This forum, comprised of village chiefs and secretaries, will oversee and advocate for the project's integrity.

"The completion of NH 102A will significantly boost connectivity, drive economic development, and improve the quality of life in Kamjong district and Ma...