Chief Minister, Dr. Neiphiu Rio chairing a meeting of the High Powered Committee and concerned departments to review preparations for the upcoming Hornbill Festival 2026, at the CMRC, Kohima, on November 10. (DIPR Photo)
Kohima, November 10 (MExN): Chief Minister Dr Neiphiu Rio on November 10 chaired a meeting of the High-Powered Committee (HPC) and concerned departments to review preparations for the upcoming Hornbill Festival 2026. The meeting, held at the Chief Minister’s Residential Complex in Kohima, discussed arrangements for the festival, including the Protected Area Permit (PAP) issue and the Chief Guest for the inaugural programme.
Commissioner and Secretary of Tourism, Kovi Meyase, briefed the meeting on preparations at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, including waste management, food stalls and sensitisation programmes for stall operators to ensure cleanliness and hygiene.
The proposed BBQ Zone at the amphitheatre area was also discussed, along with the need to promote locally made products and source refreshments, including coffee and tea, from within Nagaland. The Public Health Engineering Department informed that restoration of water supply pipelines was underway, while the Power Department reported on the ongoing installation of solar lighting. Preparations for the stone-pulling ceremony were also reviewed.
Dr Rio stressed the need for proper signage, zebra crossings and other arrangements to ensure the convenience and safety of tourists visiting Kisama and other tourist destinations. He also called for active participation in the state-wide mass social work scheduled for November 13 and directed concerned departments to give wide publicity to the programme.
The meeting was attended by Cabinet members, senior government officials and representatives of various departments.
