Traffic Restrictions Announced in Pakyong Ahead of Prime Minister's Visit on May 29

Traffic Restrictions Announced in Pakyong Ahead of Prime Minister's Visit on May 29

Pakyong, May 28: To ensure smooth traffic flow and minimize inconvenience during the visit of the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India to Sikkim on May 29, 2025, the Office of the Superintendent of Police, Pakyong District, has issued a traffic movement restriction order under Section 159(2) of the Sikkim Police Act, 2008.

As per the directive:

1. Movement of heavy vehicles will be restricted along the Pakyong Airport–Pakyong Bazar–Setipool route and vice versa from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on May 29, 2025.

2. Light vehicles are advised to use alternative routes via Setipool–Assamlingey–Pakyong and back from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on the same day.

All motorists are requested to comply with the traffic advisory during the specified hours to facilitate smooth vehicular movement and security arrangements.

The police have appealed to the public for cooperation and support in making the Prime Minister’s visit hassle-free.