DIMAPUR — Advisor to the Chief Minister and Chairman of Investment and Development Authority of Nagaland (IDAN), Abu Metha, has called for a comprehensive revamp and streamlining of the Nagaland State Transport (NST). In a letter addressed to the Chief Minister, Neiphiu Rio, Metha highlighted the NST’s role in transporting people across Nagaland since the state’s inception. “Despite its rich and proud legacy, the NST is also in dire need of revamping, streamlining, and upgradation as per the moving times and rapidly changing environment. The service must be updated, integrate modern technology, and ensuring that we continue to provide the best possible services to the people of  Nagaland,” he wrote. Metha suggested that the state government consider setting up a Special Task Team or a high-powered committee to examine the matter and explore the possibility of converting the NST into a professionally operated corporation. He stressed the importance of bringing professionalism and modern technology into public services, particularly transportation systems, which are crucial for economic growth and citizen well-being. Metha’s letter, which was shared on the X platform, outlined the need for exploring Public-Private Partnership (PPP) models, outsourcing, and collaborations to enhance the NST’s efficiency and service delivery. On Saturday,...