The 25th Hornbill Festival in Nagaland kickstarts, and this year, it coincided with the state's 62nd Statehood Day. This festival showcases traditional Naga culture with performances, indigenous games,

Hornbill is a 10 day long festival in Nagaland which brings together all generations from 17 different tribes to showcase their culture. The festival happens in Naga heritage village in Kisama where tribal groups perform dances, sports unique to their tribe.

As the drumbeats echo through Nagaland’s Kisama Heritage Village today, the starting of the Hornbill Festival draws visitors to experience a vibrant celebration of unity. Jnanendra Das writes about this 10-day extravaganza Music is an integral part of tribal communities,

Out of the districts, Kohima houses the Naga Heritage Village at Kisama—the site of the Hornbill Festival. Nagaland’s headliner event is in its 25th edition this year and features arts, culture, and events from at least 18 tribes in the state.

The 25th Hornbill Festival commenced in Kisama village with a display of Naga culture, coinciding with Nagaland Statehood Day. International collaborations include Japan, the USA, the UK, Peru, and Bulgaria.

The 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival commenced today at Kisama Heritage Village, Nagaland, with Sikkim participating as the Partner State. This year's event holds special significance, celebrating the festival's silver jubilee since its inception in 2000.