Nagaland gears up for 27th edition of iconic Hornbill Festival

October 14, 2026 3:10 PM

Nagaland gears up for 27th edition of iconic Hornbill Festival

Nagaland has begun preparations for the 27th edition of the iconic Hornbill Festival, one of the state’s biggest cultural events, which will be held at the Naga Heritage Village in Kisama, around 12 km south of the state capital Kohima, officials said on Wednesday. The 10-day festival, which coincides with Nagaland’s Statehood Day on December 1, will be celebrated from December 1 to 10. This year’s Hornbill Festival is expected to witness the participation of several countries, while one...

Nagaland: Day three of Hornbill Festival showcases vibrant cultural extravaganza at Kisama village

December 4, 2025 10:09 AM

Nagaland: Day three of Hornbill Festival showcases vibrant cultural extravaganza at Kisama village

The third day of the 10-day Hornbill Festival 2025 unfolded in full vibrancy on Wednesday at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, where 18 troupes representing various Naga communities enthralled visitors with diverse and striking performances. Following tradition, the cultural show was hosted by Deputy Chief Minister and Minister-in-charge of Home and Border Affairs Yanthungo Patton, and co-hosted by Advisor for Food and Civil Supplies and Legal Metrology K. Tokugha Sukhalu. Among the distinguis...