Abu Metha inaugurates TaFMA Lounge at Toyota Ki, Kisama on February 28.
Kohima, March 1 (MExN): The TaFMA (Task Force for Music & Arts) Lounge was inaugurated at Toyota Ki, Kisama by Abu Metha, Advisor to the Chief Minister of Nagaland & Chairman of Investment & Development Authority of Nagaland (IDAN) on February 28 last.
It was inaugurated in the presence of Y Vikheho Swu, CEO Okusa Toyota, Theja Meru, Chairman TaFMA and other guests, musicians and artists. Pastor K Robvii of Mao Baptist Church, Kohima, invoked God’s blessings on the occasion.
Addressing that inaugural programme, Metha emphasised the significance of the lounge in fostering artistic and intellectual growth. “This programme may seem small, but it is significant. This lounge will become a hub for music, arts, and creative minds. Kisama is no longer just a small dot in Nagaland; it is a global destination. This space will inspire musicians, artists, influencers and storytellers to showcase Nagaland’s rich heritage and ambition,” he said.
Metha also acknowledged the generous contribution of Toyota India and Okusa Toyota Nagaland and extended his gratitude to Y Vikheho Swu, CEO, Okusa Toyota for his continued support towards the growth and aspirations of young Nagas.
He encouraged the creative community to embrace technology and global platforms to elevate Nagaland’s presence in the international stage. ‘Being the best in Nagaland or India is not enough. We must aim for excellence at the international level, he said. The digital world has given us the tools to connect globally, and it is up to us to seize these opportunities and make our people proud, he said.
With its strategic location at Kisama, the TaFMA Lounge is set to become a vibrant meeting place for artists, musicians and thinkers, providing an inspiring environment for creative collaboration.
Operated by Dcafé, the space will serve as a hub for networking, ideation, and cultural exchange, further strengthening Nagaland’s reputation as the Land of Festivals.
