The order, issued by Deputy Commissioner W Manpai Phom NCS, stated that the restrictions are exigent to ensure equitable distribution and maintain essential supplies. “The general public shall strictly adhere to the regulations issued by the district authority to avoid panic buying and hoarding of fuel,” the DC directed. The order shall remain in force until further notifications, it added. The District Administration, led by the Deputy Commissioner along with the Superintendent of Police, District Disaster Management Authority, PWD (R&B) and Dobashis of Longleng, inspected the affected areas on July 21. The DDMA and PWD (R&B) are currently in the process of clearing the roads, the administration said.