R N Ravi Urges Nagas to Build 'New Nagaland' Free from Gun and Corruption

Guwahati, February 2, 2019:

The 20th edition of the Hornbill Festival recorded 45,142 visitors on day one, and began with the ringing of the traditional bong by Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, and the state's Governor R N Ravi, who was the Chief Guest at the ceremony.

Nagaland Governor R N Ravi, speaking during the ceremony, said that a new dawn for Nagaland is breaking and urged the two million people of the State to help build 'a new Nagaland' free from fear of gun and corruption, a new Nagaland based on the Foundations of transparency, accountability and rule of Law.

Ravi also said that the state of Nagaland is at a 'crucial juncture' when the final settlement, that would ensure enduring peace, is "within the grasp".

On the first day of the festival, there were 407 foreign tourists, 4,954 domestic tourists and 39,781 local visitors.

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It may be mentioned here that the Hornbill, which was first held in 199, is an annual tourism promotional event organised by the Nagaland state government.

Every year, the celebration gets bigger and better, and draws the attention and recognition of both domestic and international tourists.

Official sources informed that the troupe from Thailand has confirmed their presence in the Hornbill Festival at Kisama, and another troupe is expected from Hungary.

The Task Force for Music and Arts (TaFMA) of Nagaland will look after the music and concerts to be held at various places at Kohima, Dimapur, Mokokchung, Phek and Wokha.

It is a cultural extravaganza to revive, protect and preserve the richness and uniqueness of the Naga heritage.

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