Union Minister of State for Tourism and Culture (Independent Charge), Prahlad Singh Patel today attended the ongoing Hornbill Festival at Kisama, near Kohima.
Addressing the gathering at a cultural function, Mr Patel said, festivals are a reflection of one’s cultural identity and heritage.
While acknowledging the rich and unique cultures of Nagas, the Union Minister said that Centre will extend all possible help to preserve and promote the rich cultural, tradition and heritage of the Nagas.
Various cultural songs and dances were presented by different tribes during the event.
Earlier, the Union Minister graced the traditional stone pulling ceremony at Mima Village, near Kisama.
Mr Patel, accompanied by Chief Minister of Nagaland Neiphiu Rio, took part in the event by marching along with hundreds of people dressed in their colourful traditional attires.