Nagaland

State in northeastern India

State in Northeast India, India

Nagaland

State

Clockwise from top:

* Kohima
* Doyang
* Western Dzüko Valley
* Kapamüdzü Peak

Emblem of Nagaland

Etymology: Land of Nagas
Nickname(s):

Land of Festivals, Falcon Capital of the World

Motto:

Unity

Location of Nagaland in India

Coordinates: 25°40′N 94°07′E﻿ / ﻿25.67°N 94.12°E﻿ / 25.67; 94.12
Country| India
Region| Northeast India

Previously was| Part of Assam
As state| 1 December 1963
Capital| Kohima
Largest city| Dimapur
Districts| 17
Government

• Body| Government of Nagaland
• Governor| La. Ganesan
• Chief minister| Neiphiu Rio[1] (NDPP)
• Deputy chief minister| T. R. Zeliang (NDPP)
Yanthungo Patton (BJP)
State Legislature| Unicameral
• Assembly| Nagaland Legislative Assembly (60 seats)
National Parliament| Parliament of India
• Rajya Sabha| 1 seat
• Lok Sabha| 1 seat
High Court| Guwahati High Court -Kohima Bench
Area

• Total

| 16,579 km2 (6,401 sq mi)
• Rank| 25th
Elevation

[2]

| 610 m (2,000 ft)
Highest elevation

(Mount Saramati)

| 3,841 m (12,602 ft)
Lowest elevation

(Dimapur)

| 140 m (460 ft)
Population

(2011)[3]

• Total

|  1,978,502
• Rank| 26th
• Density| 119/km2 (310/sq mi)
• Urban

| 28.86%
• Rural

| 71.14%
Demonym| Nagas
Language

• Official| English
• Official script| Latin script
GDP

• Total (2025–26)| ₹0.45020 lakh crore (US$5.3 billion)
• Rank| 30th
• Per capita| ₹198,164 (US$2,300) (27th)
Time zone| UTC+05:30 (IST)
ISO 3166 code| IN-NL
Vehicle registration| NL
HDI (2022)|  0.679[4] medium (19th)
Literacy (2024)| 95.7%[5] (3rd)
Sex ratio (2011)| 931♀/1000 ♂ (21st)
Website| nagaland.gov.in
Symbols of Nagaland

Emblem of Nagaland

Bird|  Blyth's tragopan
Flower|  Rhododendron
Mammal|  Mithun
Tree|  Alder
State highway mark
State highway of Nagaland

List of Indian state symbols

Nagaland (/ˈnɑːɡəlænd/) is a state in the north-eastern region of India. It is bordered by the Indian states of Arunachal Pradesh to the north, Assam to the west, Manipur to the south, and the Naga Self-Administered Zone of the Sagaing Region of Myanmar (Burma) to the east. Its capital city is Kohima and its largest city is the twin Chümoukedima–Dimapur. The state has an area of 16,579 square kilometres (6,401 sq mi) with a population of 1,980,602 as per the 2011 Census of India, making it one of the least populated states in India.[6]

Nagaland consists of 17 administrative districts, inhabited by 17 major tribes along with other sub-tribes. Each tribe is distinct in character from the other in terms of customs, language and dress. It is a land of folklore passed down the generations through word of mouth. The earliest recorded history of the Nagas of the present-day Nagaland dates back to the 13th century.[7]

In the 19th century, the British India forces began expanding their influence in Northeast India, including the Naga Hills. After India's independence in 1947, the question of the Naga Hills' political status emerged. Nagaland was a district in the State of Assam until 1957, known to others as "The Naga Hills". The Naga National Council, led by Zapu Phizo, demanded an independent Naga state and launched an armed insurgency. The Indian Government, however, maintained that Nagaland was an integral part of the Indian Union. The conflict between the Naga National Council and the Indian Government resulted in a protracted insurgency. The State of Nagaland was formally inaugurated on 1 December 1963, as the 16th state of the Indian Union, and a democratically elected government took office in 1964.

Nagaland is home to a rich variety of natural, cultural, and environmental resources. It is a mountainous state and lies between the parallels of 95° and 94° eastern longitude and 25.2° and 27.0° latitude north. The high-profile Dzüko Valley is at Viswema, in the southern region of the state. The state has significant resources of natural minerals, petroleum, and hydropower, with the primary sector which is mostly agriculture still accounting for 24.6% of its economy.[8] Other significant activities include forestry, tourism, insurance, real estate, horticulture, and miscellaneous cottage industries.[9][10][11]

## Etymology

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The origin of the word 'Naga' is unclear.[12] The present day Naga people have historically been referred to by many names, like "Noga" or "Naka" by the inhabitants of the Ahom kingdom in what is now considered as Assam which means "naked",[13] "Hao" by Meitei people of Imphal Valley[14] and "Nakas" or 'Naga' by Burmese of what is now considered as Myanmar[15][16][17] meaning "people with earrings", while others suggest it means pierced noses.[18] Eventually, Nakanchi or Naganchi came to be an endonym for the region.[19] In recent years, some cultural activists have called for the state to be renamed Naganchi.[20]

Before the arrival of European colonialism in South Asia, there had been many wars, persecution and raids from Burma on the Nagas, Meiteis and others in India's northeast. The invaders came for "head hunting" and to seek wealth and captives from these tribes and ethnic groups. When the British inquired with Burmese guides about the people living in the northern Himalayas, they were told 'Naka'. This was recorded as 'Naga' and has been in use thereafter.[11][12]

## History

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Main article: History of the Nagas

See also: Naga people

The ancient history of the Nagas is unclear. Ethnic groups migrated at different times, each settling in the northeastern part of present India and establishing their respective sovereign mountain terrains and village states. There are no records of whether they came from the northern Mongolian region, southeast Asia, or southwest China, except that their origins are from the east of India, and historical records show the present-day Naga people settled before the arrival of the Ahoms in 1228 CE.[10][12]

### Kingdom of Ava

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In Yan-aung-myin Pagoda inscription found in Pinya of Myanmar mentions that the Kingdom of Ava under Minkhaung I (1400–1421) in the early 1400s extended till the territories of the Nagas.[21]

Ava kingdom in 1450

### British administration

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A British India 1940 map showing Nagaland and Kohima City as part of Assam

With the arrival of the British East India Company in the early 19th century, followed by the British Raj, Britain expanded its domain over the whole of South Asia, including the Naga Hills. The first Europeans to enter the hills were Captain Francis Jenkins and Lieutenant Robert Pemberton in 1832. The early contact with the Naga ethnic groups was characterised by suspicion and conflict. The colonial interests in Assam, such as managers of tea estates and other trading posts led defensive action against raids from the ethnic groups who were known for their bravery and "head hunting" practices. To put an end to these raids, the British troops recorded 10 military expeditions between 1839 and 1850.[12] In February 1851, at the bloody Battle of Kikrüma, people died on both the British side and the Kikrüma (Naga) side; in the days after the battle, inter-ethnic warfare followed that led to more bloodshed. After that war, the British adopted a policy of caution and non-interference with Naga ethnic groups.[22][23]

A sketch of Angami Naga tribesman from 1875

Despite this, colonists continued to move into Naga peoples' territory. Between 1851 and 1865, Naga ethnic groups continued to raid the British in Assam. The British India Government took over the holdings of the East Indian Company following the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The failings and atrocities of the East Indian Company led the British Crown to review its governance structure throughout South Asia including its northeastern region. In 1866, the British India administration established a post at Samaguting with the explicit goal of ending intertribal warfare and tribal raids on property and personnel.[10][11]

In 1869, Captain Butler was appointed to lead and consolidate the British presence in the Nagaland Hills. In 1878, the headquarters were transferred to Kohima — creating a city that remains an important center of administration, commerce, and culture for Nagaland.[12]

On 4 October 1879, British political agent G. H. Damant went to Khonoma with troops, where he was shot dead with 35 of his team.[24] Kohima was subsequently attacked and the stockade looted. This violence led to a determined effort by the British Raj to return and respond. The subsequent defeat of Khonoma marked the end of serious and persistent ultimatums in the Naga Hills.[12]

Between 1880 and 1922, the British administration consolidated their position over a large area of the Naga Hills and integrated it into its Assam operations. The British administration enforced the rupee as the currency for economic activity and a system of structured ethnic government that was very different from historic social governance practices.[10]

In parallel, since the mid-19th century, Christian missionaries from the United States and Europe, stationed in India,[25] reached into Nagaland and neighbouring states, converting Nagaland's Naga ethnic groups from animism to Christianity.[10][26]

### World War II

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Kohima War Cemetery, Kohima, Nagaland Kohima War Cemetery Kohima War Cemetery, Nagaland

Main article: Battle of Kohima

See also: Battle of the Tennis Court

In 1944, during World War II, the Japanese Army, with the help of the Indian National Army led by Netaji Subhashchandra Bose, invaded through Burma and attempted to take India through Kohima. The population was evacuated. British India soldiers defended the area of Kohima and having lost many of their original force were relieved by British in June 1944. Together the British and Indian troops successfully repelled the Japanese troops.[27] The battle was fought from 4 April to 22 June 1944 from the town of Kohima, coordinated with action at Imphal, Manipur.[28][29] The Indian National Army lost half their numbers, many through starvation, and were forced to withdraw through Burma.[30][31]

There is the World War II Cemetery, and the War Museum, in honour of those who died during World War II during the fighting between the British Empire and Japanese troops. Nearly 4,000 British Empire troops died, along with 3,000 Japanese. Many of those who died were Naga people, particularly the Angami Nagas. Near the memorial is the Kohima Cathedral, on Aradura Hill, built with funds from the families and friends of deceased Japanese soldiers. Prayers are held in Kohima for peace and in memory of the fallen of both sides of the battle.[32][33]

Kohima War Cemetery, Nagaland

### Naga national awakening

[edit]

In 1929, a memorandum was submitted to the Simon Statutory Commission, requesting that the Nagas be exempt from reforms and new taxes proposed in British India, and should be left alone to determine their own future.[34]

The Naga Memorandum submitted by the Naga Club (which later became the Naga National Council) to the Simon Commission explicitly stated, 'to leave us alone to determine ourselves as in ancient times.'[35]

### Post-independence history

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After the independence of India in 1947, the area remained a part of the province of Assam. Nationalist activities arose among a section of the Nagas. Phizo-led Naga National Council demanded a political union of their ancestral and native groups. The movement led to a series of violent incidents, that damaged government and civil infrastructure, attacked government officials and civilians. The central government sent the Indian Army in 1955, to restore order. In 1957, an agreement was reached between Naga leaders and the Indian government, creating a single separate region of the Naga Hills. The Tuensang frontier was united with this single political region, Naga Hills Tuensang Area (NHTA),[36] and it became an autonomous area under Sixth Schedule to the Constitution of India. It was to be "administered by the Governor as the agent of the President but will be distinct from the North East Frontier Administration".[36]

This was not satisfactory to the Nagas, however, and agitation with violence increased across the state – including attacks on army and government institutions, banks, as well as non-payment of taxes. In July 1960, following discussion between Prime Minister Nehru and the leaders of the Naga People Convention (NPC), a 16-point agreement was arrived at whereby the Government of India recognised the formation of Nagaland as a full-fledged state within the Union of India.[37]

### Nagaland statehood and late 20th century

[edit]

Accordingly, the territory was placed under the Nagaland Transitional Provisions Regulation, 1961[38] which provided for an Interim body consisting of 45 members to be elected by tribes according to the customs, traditions and usage of the respective tribes. Subsequently, Nagaland attained statehood with the enactment of the state of Nagaland Act in 1962[39] by the Parliament. The interim body was dissolved on 30 November 1963 and the state of Nagaland was formally inaugurated on 1 December 1963 and Kohima was declared as the state capital. After elections in January 1964, the first democratically elected Nagaland Legislative Assembly was constituted on 11 February 1964.[36][40]

The rebel activity continued in many Naga inhabited areas both in India and Burma. Ceasefires were announced and negotiations continued, but this did little to stop the violence. In March 1975, a direct presidential rule was imposed by the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on the state. In November 1975, some leaders of the largest rebel groups agreed to lay down their arms and accept the Indian constitution, a small group did not agree and continued their insurgent activity.[41] The Nagaland Baptist Church Council played an important role by initiating peace efforts in the 1960s.[12]

### 21st century

[edit]

In 2004, two powerful bombs were set off on the same day and struck the Dimapur Railway Station and the Hong Kong Market, resulting in 30 deaths and wounding over 100 others in the deadliest terrorist attack in Nagaland to date.[42][43]

Over the 5-year period of 2009 to 2013, between 0 and 11 civilians died per year in Nagaland from rebellion related activity (or less than 1 death per 100,000 people), and between 3 and 55 militants died per year in inter-factional killings (or between 0 and 3 deaths per 100,000 people).[44]

In early 2017, Nagaland went into a state of civil unrest and protests in response to the announcement to implement 33% women's reservation in the Civic Elections.[45]

On 4 December 2021, a unit of the 21st Para Special Forces of the Indian Army killed six civilian labourers near Oting Village in the Mon District of Nagaland. Eight more civilians and a soldier were killed in subsequent violence. The incident was widely condemned, with many calling out to repeal and revoke the Armed Forces Special Powers Act.[46]

The most recent Nagaland Legislative Assembly election took place on 27 February 2023 to elect the Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) in the 60 Assembly Constituencies in the state. A voter turnout of 87% was observed in the election.[47] The election created history by electing two women candidates for the first time in Nagaland — Hekani Jakhalu Kense and Salhoutuonuo Kruse. Both candidates were from the ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP).[48][49] Salhoutuonuo Kruse later became the first woman minister of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly.[50]

## Geography

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Sunset from the hills of the central part of Nagaland

Dzüko Valley on the border between Nagaland and Manipur

Doyang River in Wokha District

Twenty per cent of the total land area of the state is covered with wooded forest, a haven for flora and fauna. The evergreen tropical and subtropical forests are found in strategic pockets in the state.[51]

### Climate

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Nagaland has a largely monsoon climate with high humidity levels. Annual rainfall averages around 1,800–2,500 millimetres (70–100 in), concentrated in the months of May to September. Temperatures range from 21 to 40 °C (70 to 104 °F). In winter, temperatures do not generally drop below 4 °C (39 °F), but frost is common at high elevations. Summer is the shortest season in the state, lasting only a few months. The temperature during the summer season remains between 16 and 31 °C (61 and 88 °F). Winter often arrives early, with bitter cold and dry weather striking certain regions of the state. The maximum average temperature recorded in the winter season is 24 °C (75 °F). Strong northwest winds blow across the state during the months of February and March.[52]

### Flora and fauna

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About a million Amur falcons roost in Nagaland.[53] That is about 50 falcons per square kilometre. Kopou phool (Rhynchostylis retusa), a type of orchid, in bloom

About one-sixth of Nagaland is covered by tropical and sub-tropical evergreen forests—including palms, bamboo, rattan as well as timber and mahogany forests. While some forest areas have been cleared for jhum cultivation, many scrub forests, rainforests, tall grassland, and reed-grass marshes remain. Ntangki National Park, Pulie Badze Wildlife Sanctuary, Fakim Wildlife Sanctuary and Rangapahar Reserve Forest are some natural reserves in Nagaland.

Some noteworthy mammals found in Nagaland include the slow loris, Assamese macaque, pig-tailed macaque, stump-tailed macaque, rhesus macaque, capped langur, hoolock gibbon, Himalayan black bear, few sun bear, dhole, occasional Bengal tiger, Indian leopard, clouded leopard, marbled cat, golden cat, Indian elephants, Indian rhinoceros, gaur, red serow, common and leaf muntjac, eastern hog deer, sambar, Chinese pangolin, Malayan porcupine, Asiatic brush-tailed porcupine, and Hoary bamboo rats.[54]

Nagaland has a rich birdlife with more than 490 species.[55] The great Indian hornbill has a place in Naga culture. Blyth's tragopan, a vulnerable species of galliform, is the state bird of Nagaland. It is sighted in Mount Japfü and Dzüko Valley of Kohima District, Satoi range in Zünheboto District and Pfütsero in Phek District.[56] The state is also known as the "falcon capital of the world"[53] thanks to the hundreds of thousands of Amur falcons that stop at Doyang Reservoir to feast on flying termites on their way from China and Siberia to Africa each year.

Mithun (a semi-domesticated gaur) is the state animal of Nagaland and has been adopted as the official seal of the Government of Nagaland. It is ritually the most valued species in the state. To conserve and protect this animal in the northeast, the National Research Centre on Mithun (NRCM) was established by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) in 1988.[57]

Blyth's tragopan or the grey-bellied tragopan Great hornbill

Nagaland is home to 396 species of orchids, belonging to 92 genera of which 54 having horticultural and medicinal economic importance.[58]

### Geology

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Forest around Pangti Village and Doyang Dam region

Several preliminary studies indicate significant recoverable reserves of petroleum and natural gas. Limestone, marble and other decorative stone reserves are plentiful, and other as yet unexploited minerals include iron, nickel, chromium, and cobalt.[59]

### Urbanisation

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The Nagaland population is largely rural with 71.14% living in rural regions in 2011.[60] Census reports up to 1951 listed just one settlement in Nagaland as a town, the capital Kohima. The next two settlements, Dimapur and Mokokchung were listed as towns from 1961. Four more towns appeared in 1981: Tuensang, Wokha, Mon and Zünheboto.[61]

The relatively slow rate of urbanisation in Nagaland was described in the 1980s as being an effect of (a) the largely administrative roles of the towns, except for Dimapur which had a more diversified economy, and (b) a low level of mobility among the tribes of Nagaland, scheduled tribes constituting nearly 90% of the population.[61]

## Demographics

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### Population

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Mokokchung is one of the most populated places in the northern part of Nagaland. Historical populationYear| Pop.| ±%

|
|

1901 | 101,550| —
1911 | 149,038| +46.8%
1921 | 158,801| +6.6%
1931 | 178,844| +12.6%
1941 | 189,641| +6.0%
1951 | 212,975| +12.3%
1961 | 369,200| +73.4%
1971 | 516,449| +39.9%
1981 | 774,930| +50.0%
1991 | 1,209,546| +56.1%
2001 | 1,990,036| +64.5%
2011 | 1,978,502| −0.6%
Source: Census of India[62][63]

The population of Nagaland consists of almost 2.2 million people, consisting of 1.04 million males and 0.95 million females.[12] Among its districts, Kohima has the largest population (270,063) followed by Dimapur (170,000). The least populated district is Longleng (50,593). 75% of the population lives in the rural areas. As of 2013, about 10% of rural population is below the poverty line; among the people living in urban areas 4.3% of them are below the poverty line.[64]

The state showed a population drop between the 2001 census and the 2011 census, the only state to show a population drop in the census. This has been attributed, by scholars,[65] to incorrect counting in past censuses; the 2011 census in Nagaland is considered most reliable so far.[66]

The largest urban agglomerations are centred upon Dimapur (122,834) and Kohima (115,283). Other major towns (and 2011 census populations) are Tuensang (36,774), Mokokchung (35,913), Wokha (35,004), Mon (26,328), Chümoukedima (25,885), Zünheboto (22,633), Kiphire (16,487), Kuda (16,108), Kohima Village (15,734), Phek (14,204), Pfütsero (10,371) and Diphupar 'A' (10,246).[67][68][69][70][71]

The life expectancy of Nagaland stands at 75.4 years, 79.9 years for females and 71.5 years for males (2019–21)[72] while the infant mortality rate amounts to 3 per 1,000 births (2019),[73] on par with the most developed countries. Both health indicators are the best among Indian states. The fertility rate of 1.7 children per woman (2019–21)[74] lies below the population replacement level.

### Ethnic groups

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Further information: Manipuri people in Nagaland

The state is home to 15 major native Naga ethnic groups – Angami, Ao, Chakhesang, Chang, Khiamniungan, Konyak, Lotha, Phom, Pochury, Rengma, Sangtam, Sümi, Tikhir, Yimkhiung, Zeme-Liangmai (Zeliang) and two other ethnic groups namely Kuki and Kachari with decent number of community.[59][12]

Some other recent minor tribes or subtribes that can found in the state are Garo, Karbi, Chirr, Makury, and Rongmei.[75]

There are also sizeable populations of non-native communities like Bengalis, Marwaris, Nepalis, Punjabis and others living mostly around Dimapur City.

### Languages

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Languages of Nagaland in 2011[76][77][78]

1. Konyak (12.3%)
2. Ao (11.7%)
3. Lotha (8.96%)
4. Angami (7.67%)
5. Chokri (4.60%)
6. Sangtam (3.83%)
7. Bengali (3.77%)
8. Yimkhiungrü (3.74%)
9. Chang (3.31%)
10. Khiamniungan (3.12%)
11. Rengma (3.11%)
12. Zeliang (3.05%)
13. Phom (2.71%)
14. Nepali (2.71%)
15. Kuzhami (1.73%)
16. Hindi (1.59%)
17. Pochury (1.08%)

Naga people form the majority of the population. According to the 2011 census there are 2 million people living in Nagaland. The Naga people number around 1.8 million in the state, constituting over 90% of the population. These belong mostly to the Sino-Tibetan language family.[79] Shafer came up with his own classification system for languages found in and around Nagaland.[80]

In 1967, the Nagaland Assembly proclaimed Indian English as the official language of Nagaland and it is the medium for education in Nagaland.[81] Other than English, Nagamese, a creole language based on Assamese, is widely spoken.[82]

The major languages spoken as per the 2011 census are Konyak (244,135), Ao (231,084), Lotha (177,488), Angami (151,883), Chokri (91,010), Sangtam (75,841), Bengali (74,753), Zeme (71,954; covering Zeliang, 60,399 and Zemi, 11,165), Yimkhiungrü (74,156), Chang (65,632), Khiamniungan (61,906), Rengma (61,537), Phom (53,674), Nepali (43,481), Kuzhami (34,218), Pochury (21,446), Kuki (18,391), Chakhesang (17,919), Assamese (17,201), Bodo (12,243; covering Bodo 7,372 and Dimasa 4,871), Manipuri (9,511), Sema (8,268), etc.[83]

### Religion

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Religion in Nagaland (2011)[84][85]

1. Christianity (87.9%)
2. Hinduism (8.75%)
3. Islam (2.47%)
4. Buddhism (0.34%)
5. Jainism (0.13%)
6. Sikhism (0.10%)
7. Other religion (0.16%)
8. not religious (0.12%)

#### Christianity

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Main article: Christianity in Nagaland

See also: Nagaland Baptist Church Council

The Catholic Cathedral in Kohima City. About 80% of Nagaland's citizens are Baptists.

The state's population is 1.978 million, out of which 88% are Christians.[86][87] Nagaland is known as "the only predominantly Baptist State in the World" and "the most Baptist State in the World."[88][89][90]

Christianity arrived in Nagaland in the early 19th century. The American Baptist Naga mission grew out of the Assam mission in 1836. Miles Bronson, Nathan Brown and other Christian missionaries working out of Jaipur to bring Christianity to the Indian subcontinent, saw the opportunity for gaining converts since many parts of India's northeast was principally animist and folk religion-driven. Along with other tribal regions of the northeast, the people of Nagaland converted to Christianity.[25]

#### Hinduism

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Main article: Hinduism in Nagaland

Hinduism is the second largest religion in Nagaland. Hindus are concentrated mainly in the erstwhile Dimapur District (as per the 2011 Census of India, comprising the present districts of Dimapur, Niuland, and Chümoukedima)[91] (28.75%) and Kohima District (9.51%).[84] Dimapur Kalibari is a famous temple in Nagaland.[92]

#### Islam

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Islam is the third practised religion and shares are ~2.5 per cent of the Nagaland population.[6] The highest concentration of Muslims in Dimapur District, while other districts have less than 2%.[93]

### Other religions

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There are also folk religions practised by some Nagas, specially among the Zeliangrongs (Zemes, Liangmais and Rongmeis) but few among other Naga ethnic groups.[94]

## Government

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Main article: Government of Nagaland

Further information: Nagaland Lok Sabha constituency

The governor is the constitutional head of state, representative of the President of India. He possesses largely ceremonial responsibilities apart from law and order responsibilities.

### Elections

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See also: Political Parties in Nagaland

The Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) is a state level coalition of political parties. It headed the government with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Janata Dal (United) (JDU). It was formed in 2003 after the Nagaland Legislative Assembly election, with the Naga People's Front (NPF), and the BJP.[95] The alliance was in power in Nagaland from 2003 to 2018.[96]

The NDPP–BJP–NPF alliance led UDA government has won the majority in 2018 Nagaland Legislative Assembly election and has been in power since then.[97]

## Administrative districts

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Main article: List of districts of Nagaland

Chümoukedima

Dimapur

Kiphire

Kohima

Longleng

Meluri

Mokokchung

Mon

Niuland

Noklak

Peren

Phek

Shamator

Tuensang

Tseminyü

Wokha

Zünheboto

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The seventeen districts of Nagaland

### Districts

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The sixteen districts of Nagaland, and their headquarters, 2011 census populations,[98] areas and elevations (of the seat) are:

District | Seat | Area
(km2) | Elevation
(m) | Population
total | Population
rural | Population
urban | Date
created

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Chümoukedima District | Chümoukedima | 610 | 171 | 125,400 | 81,884 | 43,516 | 2021
Dimapur District | Dimapur | 70 | 145 | 170,000 | 0 | 170,000 | 1997
Kiphire District | Kiphire | 1,130 | 896 | 74,004 | 57,517 | 16,487 | 2004
Kohima District | Kohima | 1,207 | 1,444 | 267,988 | 146,900 | 121,088 | 1957
Longleng District | Longleng | 885 | 1,100 | 50,484 | 42,871 | 7,613 | 2004
Mokokchung District | Mokokchung | 1,719 | 1,325 | 194,622 | 138,897 | 55,725 | 1957
Mon District | Mon | 1,786 | 655 | 250,260 | 215,816 | 34,444 | 1973
Niuland District | Niuland | n/a | 154 | 11,876 | 11,876 | 0 | 2021
Noklak District | Noklak | 1,152 |  | 59,300 | 59,300 | 0 | 2017
Peren District | Peren | 2,300 | 1,445 | 95,219 | 81,429 | 13,790 | 2004
Phek District | Phek | 2,026 | 1,524 | 163,418 | 138,843 | 24,575 | 1973
Shamator District | Shamator | n/a | n/a | 12,726 | n/a | n/a | 2022
Tseminyü District | Tseminyü | 256 | 1,261 | 63,629 | 60,766 | 2863 | 2021
Tuensang District | Tuensang | 2,536 | 1,371 | 137,296 | 100,522 | 36,774 | 1957
Wokha District | Wokha | 1,628 | 1,313 | 166,343 | 131,339 | 35,004 | 1973
Zünheboto District | Zunheboto | 1,255 | 1,852 | 140,757 | 113,160 | 27,597 | 1973

## Economy

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The Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of Nagaland was about ₹12,065 crore (US$1.4 billion) in 2011–12.[99] Nagaland's GSDP grew at 9.9% compounded annually for a decade, thus more than doubling the per capita income.[100]

Nagaland has a literacy rate of 80.1 per cent. The majority of the population in the state speaks English, which is the official language of the state. The state offers technical and medical education.[100] Nevertheless, agriculture and forestry contribute a majority of Nagaland's Gross Domestic Product. The state is rich in mineral resources such as coal, limestone, iron, nickel, cobalt, chromium, and marble.[101]

Terrace farming at Pfütsero

Plantation crops such as premium coffee, cardamom, and tea are grown in hilly areas in small quantities with large growth potential. Most people cultivate rice as it is the main staple diet of the people. About 80% of the cropped area is dedicated to rice. Oilseeds is another, higher income crop gaining ground in Nagaland. The farm productivity for all crops is low, compared to other Indian states, suggesting a significant opportunity for farmer income increase. Currently, the Jhum to Terraced cultivation ratio is 4:3; where Jhum is the local name for cut-and-burn shift farming. Jhum farming is ancient, causes a lot of pollution and soil damage, yet accounts for the majority of the farmed area. The state does not produce enough food and depends on the trade of food from other states of India.[59]

Tourism has a lot of potentials but was largely limited due to insurgency and concern of terrorist violence over the last five decades. More recently, a number of Small Medium Enterprises and private sector companies have actively promoted Nagaland tourism, helping initiate a growing tourism market. Tourism experts contend that the state's uniqueness and strategic location in northeast India give Nagaland an advantage in tapping into the tourism sector for economic growth.[102]

The state generates 87.98 MU compared to a demand for 242.88 MU. This deficit requires Nagaland to buy power. The state has significant hydroelectric potential, which if realised could make the state a power surplus state. In terms of power distribution, every village and town, and almost every household has an electricity connection; but, this infrastructure is not effective given the power shortage in the state.[59]

### Natural resources

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After a gap of almost 20 years, Nagaland state Chief Minister, T. R. Zeliang launched the resumption of oil exploration in Changpang and Tsori areas, under Wokha District in July 2014. The exploration will be carried out by the Metropolitan Oil & Gas Pvt. Ltd. Zeliang has alleged failures and disputed payments made to the statement made by the previous explorer, the state-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC).[103]

## Transportation

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Nagaland's rugged and mountainous landscape presents a major challenge to the infrastructural development of transport. Roads are the backbone of Nagaland's transportation network. The state has over 15,000 km of surfaced roads, but these are not satisfactorily maintained given the weather damage. Yet, in terms of population served for each kilometre of surfaced road, Nagaland is the second best state in the region after Arunachal Pradesh.[59]

### Roadways

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#### International highways passing through Nagaland

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AH1 passing through Nagaland

* Asian Highway 1
* Asian Highway 2

#### National highways in Nagaland

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* NH 2 : Dibrugarh–Tuli–Changtongya–Mokokchung–Wokha–Tseminyü–Kohima–Viswema–Imphal
* NH 29 : Dabaka–Dimapur–Chümoukedima–Kohima–Kigwema–Chizami–Jessami
* NH 129 : Dimapur–Numaligarh
* NH 129A : Dimapur–Rüzaphema–Pimla–Jalukie–Peren–Maram
* NH 202 : Mokokchung–Tuensang–Meluri–Jessami–Imphal
* NH 702 : Changtongya–Longleng–Mon–Tizit–Sapekhati
* NH 702B : Longleng–Tuensang

### Airways

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Dimapur Airport departures

Dimapur Airport is the sole airport in Nagaland, with scheduled commercial services to Kolkata, Guwahati, Imphal,[104] and Dibrugarh. It is located 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) from Dimapur, and 70 kilometres (43 mi) from Kohima. The airport's asphalt runway is 2290 metre long, at an elevation of 487 feet.[105]

## Culture

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Ao Naga lady wearing teperemsü, a traditional Ao Naga skirt Embroidered textile of Nagaland Hunted skulls at the entrance of a house in rural Nagaland

See also: Music of Nagaland and List of Naga ethnic groups

### Festivals

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Sümi Martyrs' Day observed for Sümi Warriors who died during Mukalimi Siege

Nagaland is known in India as the Land of Festivals.[106] The diversity of people and ethnic groups, each with their own culture and heritage, creates a year-long atmosphere of celebrations. In addition, the state celebrates all Christian festivities. Traditional ethnic-related festivals revolve round agriculture, as a vast majority of the population of Nagaland is directly dependent on agriculture. Some of the significant festivals for each major ethnic groups are:[12]

Ethnic groups  | Festival  | Celebrated in

|
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Angami | Sekrenyi | February
Ao | Moatsü, Tsüngremong | May, August
Chakhesang | Tsükhenyie, Sükhrünyie | April/May, January
Chang | Naknyulüm, Kundanglüm | April, July
Dimasa Kachari | Bushu Jiba, | January, April
Khiamniungan | Miu, Tsoküm | May, October
Konyak | Aoleang, Lao-ong Mo | April, September
Kuki | Mimkut, Chavang Kut | January, November
Lotha | Tokhü Emong | November
Phom | Monyiü, Moha, Bongvüm | April, May, October
Pochury | Yemshe | October
Rengma | Ngada | November
Sangtam | Mungmung | September
Rongmei | Gaan-ngai | January
Sümi | Ahuna, Tülüni | November, July
Yimkhiungrü | Metümnyo,  Tsungkamniu | August, January
Zeliang | Hega, Langsimyi/Chaga Gadi and Mileinyi | February, October, March

#### Hornbill Festival

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Main article: Hornbill Festival

Hornbill Festival

The Hornbill Festival[107] was launched by the Government of Nagaland in December 2000 to encourage inter-ethnic interaction and to promote cultural heritage of the state.

It is held at the Kisama Heritage Village which is about 12 km south of Kohima. All the ethnic groups of Nagaland take part in this festival. The aim of the festival is to revive and protect the rich culture of Nagaland and display its history, culture and traditions.[108]

Hornbill Festival, Nagaland

The festival is named after the hornbill bird, which is displayed in folklores in most of the state's ethnic groups. The week-long festival unites Nagaland and people enjoy the colourful performances, crafts, sports, food fairs, games, and ceremonies. Traditional arts which include paintings, wood carvings, and sculptures are on display. Festival highlights include traditional Naga Morungs exhibition and sale of arts and crafts, food stalls, herbal medicine stalls, shows and sales, cultural medley – songs and dances, fashion shows, beauty contest, traditional archery, naga wrestling, indigenous games, and musical concerts. Additional attractions include the Konyak fire eating demonstration, pork-fat eating competitions, the Hornbill Literature Festival (including the Hutton Lectures), Hornbill Global Film Fest, Hornbill Ball, Choral Panorama, North East India Drum Ensemble, Naga King Chilli eating competition, Hornbill National Rock Contest,[109] Hornbill International Motor Rally and WW-II Vintage Car Rally.[110][111]

Hornbill Festival, Nagaland

### Sports

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See also: List of traditional Naga games and sports

#### Kene

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Further information: Kene (Naga wrestling)

Kene or Naga wrestling is a folk wrestling style and traditional sport of the Nagas.[112]

#### Aki Kiti

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Further information: Aki Kiti

Aki Kiti or Sümi kick fighting is a traditional combat sport originating from and was practised by the Sümi Nagas. It is characterised by kicking and blocking solely using the soles of the feet. The sporting event served the purpose of righting wrongs, restoring honour, or "settling scores" between tribes and tribesmen without resorting to violence. It was practised during tribal ceremonies.[113]

#### Cricket

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Main articles: Nagaland cricket team and Nagaland women's cricket team

#### Football

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Main article: Nagaland football team

### Cuisine

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Main article: Naga cuisine

### Historical rituals

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#### Feasts of Merit

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In Naga society, individuals were expected to find their place in the social hierarchy, and prestige was the key to maintaining or increasing social status. To achieve these goals a man, whatever his ascendancy, had to be a headhunter or great warrior, have many sexual conquests among women, or complete a series of merit feasts.[114]

The Feasts of Merit reflected the splendor and celebration of Naga life.[10] Only married men could give such Feasts, and his wife took a prominent and honoured place during the ritual which emphasised male-female co-operation and interdependence. His wife brewed the beer which he offered to the guests. The event displayed ceremonies and festivities organised by the sponsor. The Feast given by a wealthier community person would be more extravagant.[115] He would typically invite everyone from the ethnic group. This event bestowed honour to the couple from the community. After the Feast, the tribe would give the couple rights to ornaments equally.[10][116]

## Education

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See also: List of institutions of higher education in Nagaland

Nagaland's schools are run by the state and central government or by a private organisation. Instruction is mainly in English — the official language of Nagaland. Under the 10+2+3 plan, after passing the Higher Secondary Examination (the grade 12 examination), students may enroll in general or professional degree programs.

Nagaland has three autonomous colleges:

* St. Joseph's College, Jakhama
* Kohima Science College, Jotsoma
* Patkai Christian College, Chümoukedima

Along with one central university—Nagaland University, one engineering college—National Institute of Technology, one medical college— Nagaland Institute of Medical Science and Research, one College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry in Jalukie[117] and three private Universities—St. Joseph University,[118] Northeast Christian University (NECU)[119] and Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India University (ICFAI University).[120]

## Tourism

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Hornbill Festival

Main article: Tourism in North East India

Tourism experts contend that the state's uniqueness and strategic location in northeast India give Nagaland an advantage in tapping into the tourism sector for economic growth.[102] The state has been extremely successful in promoting the great Hornbill Festival, which attracts Indian and foreign tourists alike. The key thrusts of Nagaland's tourism are its rich culture, showcasing of history and wildlife.[121] Tourism infrastructure is rapidly improving.[122] Local initiatives and tourism pioneers are now beginning to promote a socially responsible tourism model involving the participation of the councils, village elders, the church and the youth.[123]

## Notability

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The Naga Mircha is a variety of chilli mainly grown in this state.

These are one of the world's hottest chillies and an indigenous treasure of Nagaland, deeply rooted in the region's lifestyle since ancient times. For generations, farmers in Nagaland's chilli-growing areas have cultivated Naga Mircha Chilli, relying on it as a primary source of income and livelihood. This iconic chilli is an integral part of Nagaland's culinary identity, inseparably linked to the local community as a staple ingredient.[124]

### Geographical indication

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It was awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) status tag from the Geographical Indications Registry under the Union Government of India on 2 December 2008 (valid until 21 August 2027).[125][126]

The Secretary, Department of Horticulture & Agriculture, Government of Nagaland, from Kohima, proposed the GI registration of Naga Mircha. After filing the application in August 2007, the chilli was granted the GI tag in 2008 by the Geographical Indication Registry in Chennai, making the name "Naga Mircha" exclusive to the chilies grown in the region. It thus became the first chilli variety from Nagaland and the first type of goods from Nagaland to earn the GI tag.[127][128][129]

## See also

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* Geography portal
* Asia portal
* India portal

* Naga Self-Administered Zone in Myanmar
* Outline of Nagaland
* Index of Nagaland-related articles
* Kohima

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## Further reading

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* Drouyer, A. Isabel, René Drouyer, "THE NAGAS: MEMORIES OF HEADHUNTERS- Indo-Burmese Borderlands-vol. 1", White lotus, 2016, ISBN 978-2-9545112-2-1.
* Glancey, Jonathan. 2011. Nagaland: a Journey to India's Forgotten Frontier. London: Faber
* Hattaway, Paul. 2006. 'From Head Hunters To Church Planters'. Authentic Publishing
* Hutton, J. 1986. 'Report on Naga Hills' Delhi: Mittal Publication.
* Kunz, Richard & Vibha Joshi. 2008. Naga – A Forgotten Mountain Region Rediscovered. Basel: Merian.
* Oppitz, Michael, Thomas Kaiser, Alban von Stockhausen & Marion Wettstein. 2008. Naga Identities: Changing Local Cultures in the Northeast of India. Gent: Snoeck Publishers.
* Stirn, Aglaja & Peter van Ham. The Hidden world of the Naga: Living Traditions in Northeast India. London: Prestel.
* von Stockhausen, Alban. 2014. Imag(in)ing the Nagas: The Pictorial Ethnography of Hans-Eberhard Kauffmann and Christoph von Fürer-Haimendorf. Arnoldsche, Stuttgart, ISBN 978-3-89790-412-5.

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