Sikkim shines at Hornbill Festival

Dimapur: Sikkim, a state partner of Nagaland for Hornbill Festival 2024, showcased its rich cultural diversity through captivating performances by its cultural troupe on Friday as part of the silver jubilee celebration of the festival.
Known for its harmonious blend of tribal, ethnic and caste groups, Sikkim's social fabric is deeply rooted in the traditions of the Lepcha, Bhutia and Nepali communities. These indigenous groups, whose lives are shaped by the natural beauty of their mountainous homeland, presented a series of performances reflecting their unique heritage and way of life.
The performances by the Sikkim cultural troupe not only enthralled the audience but also highlighted the state's rich cultural tapestry and its deep connection to nature and spirituality.
The Hornbill Festival continues to serve as a platform for cultural exchange, celebrating the diversity of India's northeastern region and beyond.
Day VI of the festival at Kisama also witnessed the vibrant cultural tapestry of Nagaland with troupes from the state showcasing their traditions through dance, songs and rituals.
Cultural troupes of Konyak, Lotha, Ao, Garo, Angami, Tikhir, Sumi, Chakhesang, Khiamniungan, Kuki, Zeliang, Kachari, Yimkhiung, Rengma, Sangtam, Pochury and Phom tribes presented their traditional dance and songs during the three sessions of the day.
The performances were a testament to the diversity of Nagaland and its neighbouring states, keeping the audience enthralled throughout the day.
Various other activities such as blood donation camp, buyers and sellers meet, mini flower bazaar, tribal go-karting competition, state-level chicken coop making competition, state-level catapult competition, short film screening, state level rice husking competition etc. were also held on the day.