🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 106 (NH 106)

Shillong to Nongstoin — 82.0 km

NH 106 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Shillong to Nongstoin, spanning 82.0 km through Meghalaya. It branches from NH 6.

82.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 6

Parent Highway

NH 106 Route Map

(NH44E) Shillong, Nongstoin

States & Union Territories

NH 106 passes through the following 1 state:

Meghalaya

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 106

The highway passes through 2 major cities and towns:

●Shillong→●Nongstoin

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NH 106 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Shillong

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Nongstoin

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 106

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 6

Total Length82.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 106

Cars, Jeeps & Light Motor Vehicles100 km/h

Buses & Goods Carriers (medium)80 km/h

Heavy Motor Vehicles (trucks, lorries)60 km/h

Motorcycles & Two-Wheelers80 km/h

Speed limits are prescribed under the Motor Vehicles Act and Central Motor Vehicles Rules for national highways. State governments may impose lower limits on specific stretches.

Safety Tips for Driving on NH 106

⚠️Always follow the speed limit — 100 km/h for cars and 80 km/h for heavy vehicles on national highways.
⚠️Wear seatbelts and ensure all passengers are buckled up.
⚠️Do not overtake on curves, bridges, or narrow sections.
⚠️Keep a safe following distance, especially during monsoon season.
⚠️Use headlights even during daytime on highways.
⚠️Take breaks every 2 hours during long drives to avoid fatigue.
⚠️In case of an emergency, call 112 (Unified Emergency Number) or 1033 (National Highway Helpline).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which states does National Highway 106 pass through?

National Highway 106 passes through Meghalaya.

What are the major cities on National Highway 106?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 106 include Shillong, Nongstoin.

What is the total length of National Highway 106?

The total length of National Highway 106 is 82.0 km.

Is National Highway 106 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 106 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 6.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 106?

The speed limit on National Highway 106 is 100 km/h for cars and light motor vehicles, 80 km/h for buses and medium goods vehicles, and 60 km/h for heavy motor vehicles (trucks and lorries). These limits are set under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules for national highways. State governments may impose lower limits on specific sections.

What is the route of National Highway 106? (Route Map)

National Highway 106 follows this route: (NH44E) Shillong, Nongstoin.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 106?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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