Kohima: The curtains fell on the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival on Tuesday, marking the end of a 10-day celebration that brought together diverse communities, artists, and stakeholders from across the globe.
Minister of Tourism, Temjen Imna Along, delivering the vote of thanks, emphasised unity, resilience, and the importance of collective effort in building the festival’s legacy.
Under the dynamic and visionary leadership of Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, the Hornbill Festival has grown beyond a cultural celebration to become a networking hub for partnerships and collaboration, Along observed.
He lauded the Department of Art and Culture, along with its Adviser, for their dedication to preserving Naga traditions. He also commended the Home Department and Nagaland Police for ensuring seamless traffic management and maintaining public safety throughout the event, a notable improvement over previous years.
Acknowledging the role of the Task Force for Music and Arts (TaFMA), Along highlighted the persistence of its leadership under Theja Meru, which has resonated with the aspirations of the younger generation through music and art. Over 800 artists from across the globe participated in the Hornbill Music Festival, showcasing a vibrant mix of talent and creativity.
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The Minister expressed gratitude to the churches and the people of Nagaland for fostering a positive environment during the festival, taking ownership of “Brand Nagaland” and contributing to its success.
He also acknowledged the country and state partners for their collaboration and support, as well as the landowners from Kigwema and Phesama, the Southern Angami Youth Organisation (SAYO), Southern Angami Public Organisation (SAPO), and all stakeholders whose efforts have made this festival a beacon of unity.
As the Hornbill Festival continues to grow as a global platform for culture, art, and tourism, Along expressed optimism about forging new partnerships and exploring innovative avenues for collaboration in the future.
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