Riders with dignitaries during flagging off programme of Northeast Advenduro Nagaland Edition-X 2026 in Kohima on January 26. (Morung Photo)
Our Correspondent
Kohima | January 26
A five day long Northeast Advenduro Nagaland Edition-X 2026 was flagged off today from Kohima.
Ten riders from Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Manipur joined this motorcycle expedition, which will culminate on January 30.
Vilika Peseyie, Assistant Director, Nagaland Tourism flagged off the event as the special guest.
Speaking on the occasion, Peseyie said the motorcycle rally, covering several districts of Nagaland, reflects the spirit of adventure while showcasing the state’s immense tourism potential.
She stated that the rally is more than just an endurance ride and serves as a powerful platform to promote local tourism.
Emphasising the importance of community participation, she said that the promotion of homestays at every stop along the route will help ensure that tourism benefits reach local communities directly, while also encouraging visitors to explore destinations beyond conventional tourism circuits.
She added that the initiative is expected to strengthen community-based tourism by empowering local youth, guides, artisans and small entrepreneurs, and position Nagaland as a promising hub for adventure and experiential tourism.
Commending the organisers for the visionary initiative, Peseyie expressed confidence that the event would leave a lasting impact on tourism development in the state, while also promoting safe and responsible travel.
The Northeast Advenduro Nagaland Edition-X 2026 brings together seasoned adventure motorcyclists from across the Northeast and other parts of the country to undertake a challenging journey spanning approximately 1,100 to 1,500 kilometres through rugged terrains, remote villages and interior districts of the state.
Peter Rutsa, Convenor, Northeast Advenduro Nagaland Edition-X said that this event, the first of its kind, will spread to other north eastern state on rotation basic in the coming years.
Earlier, Zajamo Odyuo, Associate Pastor, City Church, Kohima invoked God’s blessings while Sunil Karnany highlighted the background of Northeast Advenduro Nagaland Edition-X.
The flagging off programme was chaired by Bharat Prasad while vote of thanks was proposed by Burakum Ao, President, Nagaland Adventure Club (NAC).
The Organisers (NAC & Gorilla Moto) stated that the event aims to promote adventure tourism, responsible riding and road safety awareness, while spreading the social message “Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life.”
Northeast Advenduro Nagaland Edition-X 2026 is expected to showcase Nagaland’s diverse landscapes and reinforce the state’s growing reputation as a hub for adventure sports and tourism in the Northeast.
