Living full-time in Nagaland can be quite an enlightening experience. Above all, it does unbelievable things to your sense of humor and in my case, previously non-existent patience. Here are some of the interesting things I’ve learned or discovered after staying here long enough to start chasing mosquitoes with a tennis racket.
o It is a matter of courtesy that you bestow a full head to toe scanning upon anyone and everyone you meet.
o Trash cans or dustbins are mere accessories to enhance the beauty of the place. The sidewalks (or your neighbor’s neglected backyard) are where you dump all the trash.
o There’s a local sport that is just as popular as football/soccer. It’s called WHO CAN SPIT THE MOST AND THE FARTHEST?
o It is perfectly normal for everyone to know everyone’s business. Also, there’s no need to call for security when you find a group of people hovering behind you inside the ATM.
o Energy conservation is taken very seriously. So, one shouldn’t be surprised if the electricity goes off 12534512345 times a day.
o While on the road, either step all the way down on the accelerator and drive like the brake doesn’t work or be prepared to get stared at by honking maniacs as they overtake you.
o It is a matter of courtesy that you bestow a full head to toe scanning upon anyone and everyone you meet.
o Trash cans or dustbins are mere accessories to enhance the beauty of the place. The sidewalks (or your neighbor’s neglected backyard) are where you dump all the trash.
o There’s a local sport that is just as popular as football/soccer. It’s called WHO CAN SPIT THE MOST AND THE FARTHEST?
o It is perfectly normal for everyone to know everyone’s business. Also, there’s no need to call for security when you find a group of people hovering behind you inside the ATM.
o Energy conservation is taken very seriously. So, one shouldn’t be surprised if the electricity goes off 12534512345 times a day.
o While on the road, either step all the way down on the accelerator and drive like the brake doesn’t work or be prepared to get stared at by honking maniacs as they overtake you.
