The 25th Edition of the Hornbill Festival, hailed as the Festival of Festivals, promises to be an extraordinary celebration of Nagaland's rich cultural heritage and diversity. Scheduled from December 1-10, 2024, at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, the festival will highlight the traditions, cuisine, and artistry of the Naga people while embracing a global audience. Global and Cultural Participation This year's festival is enriched by international participation from countries such as the UK, USA, Japan, and Peru, along with partnerships from Indian states like Sikkim and Telangana. Corporate collaborations and contributions from local communities further emphasize the unity and vibrant spirit of Nagaland. Acknowledgments The success of this event is attributed to the collective efforts of: Task Force for Music & Arts (TAFMA) Department of Arts and Culture Landowners of Kigwema and Phesama villages The people of Nagaland Vision and Unity The Hornbill Festival serves as more than a cultural extravaganza. It symbolizes the aspirations, peace, and unity of the Naga community. A special devotional service at Kisama village will invite participants to join in prayers for peace and prosperity. --- Key Dignitaries and Guests Hosts Chief Host: Shri L.A. Ganesan, Hon'ble Governor, Nagaland Host: Shri Neiphiu Rio, Hon'ble Chief Minister, Nagaland Festival Host: Shri Temjen Imna Along, Hon'ble Minister of Tourism & Higher Education Tribal Guest: Shri Medoo Keretsu, Head G.B., Kohima Village Honoured Guests H.E. Mr. Keiichi Ono, Ambassador of Japan to India H.E. Mr. Javier Manuel Paulinich Velarde, Ambassador of Peru to India Ms. Lindy Cameron, CB OBE, British High Commissioner to India Dr. A.R. Rahman, Padma Bhushan, Grammy & Oscar Winner Ms. Alison Barrett, MBE, Country Director, India, British Council Division Mr. Andrew Gwatkin, Director of International Relations & Trade, Welsh Government Mr. Jorge Andrews, Deputy Chief of Mission, United States Embassy Dr. Y. Kiran Kumar, Chairman, Suchirindia Group & Hon. Consul, Republic of Bulgaria --- An Invitation to All Join the festivities to celebrate Nagaland's heritage and unity at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama. The Hornbill Festival promises an unforgettable experience showcasing the vibrant spirit of Incredible India. Let’s come together to honor this landmark edition and celebrate a truly global and cultural extravaganza!
The 25th Edition of the Hornbill Festival, hailed as the Festival of Festivals, promises to be an extraordinary celebration of Nagaland's rich cultural heritage and diversity. Scheduled from December 1-10, 2024, at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, the festival will highlight the traditions, cuisine, and artistry of the Naga people while embracing a global audience.
Global and Cultural Participation
This year's festival is enriched by international participation from countries such as the UK, USA, Japan, and Peru, along with partnerships from Indian states like Sikkim and Telangana. Corporate collaborations and contributions from local communities further emphasize the unity and vibrant spirit of Nagaland.
Acknowledgments
The success of this event is attributed to the collective efforts of:
Task Force for Music & Arts (TAFMA)
Department of Arts and Culture
Landowners of Kigwema and Phesama villages
The people of Nagaland
Vision and Unity
The Hornbill Festival serves as more than a cultural extravaganza. It symbolizes the aspirations, peace, and unity of the Naga community. A special devotional service at Kisama village will invite participants to join in prayers for peace and prosperity.
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Key Dignitaries and Guests
Hosts
Chief Host: Shri L.A. Ganesan, Hon'ble Governor, Nagaland
Host: Shri Neiphiu Rio, Hon'ble Chief Minister, Nagaland
Festival Host: Shri Temjen Imna Along, Hon'ble Minister of Tourism & Higher Education
Tribal Guest: Shri Medoo Keretsu, Head G.B., Kohima Village
Honoured Guests
H.E. Mr. Keiichi Ono, Ambassador of Japan to India
H.E. Mr. Javier Manuel Paulinich Velarde, Ambassador of Peru to India
Ms. Lindy Cameron, CB OBE, British High Commissioner to India
Dr. A.R. Rahman, Padma Bhushan, Grammy & Oscar Winner
Ms. Alison Barrett, MBE, Country Director, India, British Council Division
Mr. Andrew Gwatkin, Director of International Relations & Trade, Welsh Government
Mr. Jorge Andrews, Deputy Chief of Mission, United States Embassy
Dr. Y. Kiran Kumar, Chairman, Suchirindia Group & Hon. Consul, Republic of Bulgaria
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An Invitation to All
Join the festivities to celebrate Nagaland's heritage and unity at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama. The Hornbill Festival promises an unforgettable experience showcasing the vibrant spirit of Incredible India.
Let’s come together to honor this landmark edition and celebrate a truly global and cultural extravaganza!
Rich cultural heritage, for rich people