
Dimapur, November 4 (MExN): The press conference for the upcoming Thuwu-ni Festival was held at Hiyo Café on November 4. Thuwu-ni festival was initiated by Y. Vikheho swu, Minister of PWD (Road & Bridges) and convener of the festival. The festival will be held at Pughoboto Town from November 14 to 16. Briefing the media the Convenor Y. Vikheho Swu said that the 3rd edition of the festival will be a 3 days event.
The festival will showcase agricultural produce of the region, traditional games and songs, culinary skills, Akikiti (Sumi kick fighting) Championship and various other competitive indigenous games. The committee is also pleased to inform the addition of Thuwu-ni Enduro Cycling Race under the aegis of Native Station, Kohima.
According to the Convenor, a host of celebrities including Amit Paul, Guru Reuben Mashangva, INCIPIT, Gloria Tep, Purniken, Dreamz Unlimited along with local artists and entrepreneurs Neichute Duolo, Keren Yethomi (Dzukou Tribal), Joel Basumatri (Smokey Joe) are confirmed to be participating in this year’s festival. Y. Patton Home Minister and Kipili Sangtam Power Minister will also be gracing the festival as chief guests.
Thuwu-ni festival organisers, in order to accommodate the tourists have made arrangements for campsite and home-stay.
Further information and local arrangements can be made through 9089793454/ 7005302820.