In response to the lack of potable drinking water in the Lilong area, the JAC Against Non-Supply of Drinking Water has postponed a planned general strike set to begin at 5 PM today along National Highway 102, from Lilong Bazar to Ushoipokpi. This decision was made after discussions on Wednesday, led by DC Thoubal Yumnam Robita, and attended by key stakeholders including local police, NHIDCL, and PHED officials. Agreements were reached to ensure water supply to various localities, including Lilong Turel Ahanbi and Lilong Bazar, until April 30, with water supply expected to commence until the 20th of this month. JAC Convenor Aziz Lamin Nongjai indicated that previous appeals to NHIDCL and government departments for urgent pipe repairs had gone unheeded, prompting the proposed strike. The JAC, formed by nine local clubs, previously submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister, urging immediate action to resolve the water supply issues. The strike was framed as a desperate measure to gather public support, although essential services would remain unaffected.
General Strike on NH-102 Called Off by JAC
