The iconic Hornbill Festival 23rd edition in Nagaland came to an end with a glittering ceremony witnessing power-packed performances by various artists from the State. The cultural presentation ‘Made in Nagaland’ and Unity Dance representing all Naga tribes were the highlights. The closing ceremony saw the Honorable Chief Minister, Nagaland, ShriNeiphiu Rio as the special guest, and Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, Supreme Court of India, as the honored guests.
The 23rd Hornbill Festival had a first attached to it as the festival focused on health through partnership with The Birds and Bees Talk (TBBT).Led by Durex and implemented by PLAN India, the Birds and Bees Talk has made its presence felt among the visitors as it talks about growing up and life skills. Being the health partner, TBBT took it upon itself to educate adolescents on growing up life skills, good health, gender equality, and diversity.
Speaking on the success of the event during the closing ceremony, the Honorable Chief Minister appreciated the coming together of all the tribes and sub-tribes, government, NGOs, businessmen, women, artists, artisans, farmers, etc. He also acknowledged Reckitt’s partnership as Health and Hygiene Partner during the closing ceremony.He requested the tourists and visitors to be ambassadors of the unique Naga experience so that more people will experience the Hornbill Festival in the coming years.
