KCCI announces Hornbill Night Carnival 2019

KCCI executives addressing the press conference on November 27 at its office 

Morung Express News

Denizens in Kohima are in for a surprise for the much awaited annual Hornbill Night Carnival 2019, announced the Kohima Chambers of Commerce and Industry (KCCI). Breaking from the monotony, this year's Night Carnival will host a colorful range of events from music to fitness events.

Addressing a press conference on November 27, the KCCI informed that this year's carnival will be more vibrant and inclusive. "It will be more vibrant with additional events unlike other years. Apart from the food stalls and local crafts promoting local entrepreneurs, this year's edition will include entertainment and theme nights. The idea is to promote young upcoming local artists and talents, giving them a platform to showcase their talents," said Medozhatuo Rutsa, President, KCCI.

Highlighting the line up of the 10 days carnival, Rokoneilie Kesiezie, Convenor, Night Carnival informed that the first day will begin with an inaugural event and prayer. The second day, themed as Cultural Night, will witness all stall vendors, participants and visitors donning on traditional attires. In this regard, the KCCI has requested all visitors to don at least one traditional attire on the Cultural Night. On the third day, the Inter-ward choral competition organized by the KCCI and KMC will be held. "The competition is a channel of connection with people in our town, and also a time where we get to know people in our municipal," said Akhrieü Mor, General Secretary, KCCI.

The fourth day will be 'Karaoke Night', Kesiezie informed, where there will be an open competition for any visitor to participate in the Karaoke.  Winners will be chosen by the crowd, and awarded in accordance with the 'People's Choice', stated Kesiezie.

On Day 5, KCCI will host another open competition called "Who's got talent?" besides a special appearance by the Hungarian Cultural Troupe. "Anyone can participate and display their talents and skills," mentioned Kesiezie adding that participants can exhibit their skills within a time limit of five minutes.

On the sixth day, the Juniors' Night, another open competition for children below 14 years of age will be held where children can compete by displaying any special skills and talents.

In order to spread awareness on health and fitness, the KCCI will be organising a Fitness Night on Day 7. "This is another excitement because these kind of events are rarely held," viewed Medozhatuo Rutsa. The fitness night will also host an open competition where participants will perform various tasks in the competition.

The Hornbill Night Carnival Parade will be held on the eighth day, jointly organised by the Department of Tourism and KCCI which will showcase local designers' works. Keeping in mind the concept of 'wholesome family entertainment', the KCCI will be organizing an 'Oldies Night' purely focusing on old melodies. While the Oldies Night will host artists performing classic old melodies, the KCCI has also invited any veteran interested in performing.

For the final day, the KCCI announced that a "surprise package" awaits the visitors. The KCCI will also announce results for best stalls in various categories on the final day.

Besides the colorful range of activities, this year's Hornbill Night Carnival will be more inclusive and accessible for Persons with Disabilities (PwD). The KCCI announced that it has set up ramps and other necessities to make it more accessible.

The Night Carnival will begin from 5 pm till 9 pm, from the Y Junction till Razhü Point. While the open competitions and events will be held at the Old NST area from 6 pm to 10 pm. The KCCI will be assigning 30 volunteers from an organization for security besides administration and other law enforcements.

The KCCI also informed that the Night Carnival will be a 'Plastic Free' and 'Alcohol Free' zone. It will also prohibit local wine and gambling. Considering past criticisms on exorbitant rates of products at the stalls, the KCCI informed that it has slated the rates in accordance to the market price for this year's Carnival.

Shopkeepers/Store owners were requested to clean and decorate their stores. The best decorated store will be awarded, informed the KCCI.

For further queries and details, the following numbers can be contacted: 6909365687/8732052188.