Famous Hornbill Festival Started In Nagaland
The Hornbill festival has been started at Naga Heritage Village at Kisama in Nagaland on December 2. The festival is considered one of the largest indigenous festivals. During the occasion, Nagas showcase the uniqueness and diversity of their cultural identity in all its grandeur. ''It's a collaborative celebration of all Naga tribes...to promote all the Nagaland's indigenous tribes, their culture, and products to the world,'' said CM Neiphiu… read-more
Tags: Nagaland, Hornbill Festival, Tribal Society, Kisama, Naga
Courtesy: United News of India
PM Modi, CM Neiphiu Rio Extend Greetings On 58th Nagaland Statehood Day
On the occasion of 58th Statehood Day of Nagaland, PM Narendra Modi and the state CM Neiphiu Rio extended their greetings to the people on December 1. While whishing, PM Modi tweeted, "The people of Nagaland are known for their courage and kindness." The CM also wished the people while remembering the "sacrifices, foresightedness and determination" of the leaders who ensured the state's creation. Nagaland was recognised as a separate state in… read-more
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Courtesy: Hindustan Times
Nagland Plans To Virtually Celebrate The Hornbill Festival Amid COVID-19
Nagaland's popular Hornbill Festival will be celebrated virtually this year amid the coronavirus pandemic. The state tourism department announced that the festival will be observed over audio-visual mediums and social media platforms. Celebrated every year from December 1 to 10, the festival showcases the culture, heritage, food, and customs of Naga tribes at Kisama village. The ten days festival observes colorful dance performances by the… read-more
Tags: Nagaland, Hornbill Festival, Coronavirus
Courtesy: Outlook India
Nagaland’s Hornbill Festival To Be Held Virtually Amid Pandemic
Due to the ongoing pandemic, Nagaland's popular Hornbill Festival, scheduled annually from December 1 to 10, will be conducted virtually this year. The opposition party, Naga People's Front (NPF) criticised the government saying, due to the growing COVID cases day by day, the decision to celebrate the Hornbill Festival is nothing but “suicide mission”. Further the NPF questioned the state government regarding the safety of participants and… read-more
Tags: Nagaland, Hornbill Festival, NPF
Courtesy: Times of India