Named after the Indian hornbill, a large forest bird, the festival is Nagaland’s biggest tourist draw and seeks to showcase the rich tradition and cultural heritage of the state’s Indigenous tribes.

The Hornbill Festival has elevated the reputation of Nagaland on the global stage, showcasing the vibrant energy, creativity, and innovation of the youth to the international community, asserted Chief

Nagaland's Hornbill Festival 2024 witnessed a record-breaking 1.73 lakh attendees, including over 2,375 international visitors. The 25th edition showcased the rich cultural heritage of the state's 18 tribes through vibrant performances,

The recently concluded 25th edition of Hornbill Festival in Nagaland made a significant step towards sustainability this year

The 25th Hornbill Festival in Nagaland, celebrated as the “Festival of Festivals,” has taken a significant step towards sustainability this year by going ‘Zero-Waste and Single-Use Plastic (SUP)-Free,

These were among the scenes at the 10-day Hornbill Festival in Kohima, the capital of India’s remote Nagaland state, which borders Myanmar. Nagaland, which was a frontier during World War II and where Allied troops fought against the Japanese, is home to Nagas, an Indigenous people who inhabit several northeastern Indian states.

Indigenous tribes have been showcasing their rich tradition and cultural heritage at the 10-day Hornbill Festival in Kohima, the capital of India’s remote Nagaland state. Named after the Indian hornbill,

The Hornbill Festival in Nagaland ended on a high note, celebrating its 25th edition with global participation. The event showcased Naga culture, promoting unity and international collaboration.