Gangtok, May 31 -- The Sikkim Government has removed the odd-even vehicle movement restriction for private vehicles statewide, except in Gangtok town. This change follows a review of fuel supply and the establishment of sufficient petrol and diesel reserves.

The Home Department, in a notice issued on Saturday, confirmed that the earlier restrictions on private vehicles in all districts will no longer apply outside Gangtok. However, the existing odd-even rules within Gangtok town will still be in effect. Rules regarding government vehicles also remain the same.

The Citizen Action Party-Sikkim (CAP) welcomed this decision and called it a significant victory for the people. In a video statement, party spokesperson Mahesh Rai said that this...