Sikkim Tourism Stumbles Due to Frequent NH-10 Closures

The Sikkim government has expressed concern over frequent closures of NH-10, which is disrupting the tourism sector. The state urges improved coordination and communication with NHIDCL to minimize the impact on tourists and ensure that road closures do not negatively affect the state's tourism-dependent economy.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Gangtok | Updated: 22-10-2025 12:51 IST | Created: 22-10-2025 12:51 IST

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The Sikkim government has raised alarms regarding the frequent closures of NH-10, a critical route to the state, which is severely impacting its tourism industry, particularly during peak seasons.

Additional Chief Secretary CS Rao expressed concerns over the uncoordinated road blockages, urging NHIDCL to improve communication and plan closures thoughtfully.

Rao called for better planning, timely notifications, and the introduction of real-time digital updates to mitigate disruptions to the tourism ecosystem.