Kohima, Dec 9: A 67-year-old tourist from the United Kingdom died of a cardiac arrest while attending the Hornbill Festival at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama.
According to police, the tourist, who arrived in Nagaland on December 7 to witness the renowned cultural extravaganza, complained of severe chest pain. He was initially taken to a health camp at the festival venue before being referred to a hospital in Kohima, about 12 km away. Despite medical intervention at a private hospital, he passed away later that night, a police official confirmed.
The tourist was reportedly traveling alone with a tour guide. The state Tourism Department has arranged for his body to be repatriated to the UK.
Advent Christmas service: The first ever advent Christmas Devotional Service was held at the Naga Heritage village Kisma on Sunday amidst mesmerising cultural extravaganza.
This is the first-ever advent Christmas service held coinciding with the 10-day long Hornbill Festival, which began on December 1.
The event was organised by the Nagaland Joint Christian Forum (NJCF).
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, attending as the special guest, expressed his joy in joining the Advent Christmas celebration at Kisama alongside his family.
He noted the special significance of the event, coinciding with the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival.
Rev. Keyho urged attendees to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas amid personal challenges, emphasizing that the season offers an opportunity to demonstrate Christian faith and glorify God.
He reminded the congregation that Christmas is not about Santa Claus but about God’s presence among the people, encouraging them to rejoice and strive for peace and goodwill.
Musical performances for the service were provided by the Sumi Aphuyemi Baptist Church (Kohima), the Nagaland Chamber Choir, the Khedi Baptist Church (Kohima Village), and Live Voice (CRC Viswema), adding a spiritual and festive atmosphere to the event.
Since the festival began on December 1, over 1.22 lakh visitors have attended, including 2,085 foreigners and 30,816 domestic tourists. Known as one of Nagaland’s largest and most celebrated festivals, the Hornbill Festival attracts thousands of visitors each year, showcasing the state’s rich cultural heritage.
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