The four-day Tokhü Emong-cum-Mini Hornbill Festival 2026 commenced at the Public Ground, Wokha on November 4, bringing together community members, cultural troupes and visitors to celebrate the rich heritage and traditions of the Lotha community. The festival is being observed from November 4 to 7.

The inaugural programme was hosted by the Chairman of Lotha Hoho, Er Mhondamo Ovung, who also delivered the welcome address. In his speech, he highlighted the significance of Tokhü Emong as a festival of unity, thanksgiving and cultural preservation, while encouraging the younger generation to uphold and promote the rich traditions and values of the Lotha people.

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Adding colour to the opening ceremony, students of Isaiah Ability School, Wokha, presented a folk song showcasing the vibrant cultural heritage of the community.

The dedication prayer and formal opening of the festival stalls were led by Rev Abemo Jungio, Pastor of Wokha Town Baptist Church, who invoked God’s blessings upon the celebration and officially dedicated the stalls to mark the commencement of the festival activities.

The Tokhü Emong-cum-Mini Hornbill Festival is set to feature a series of cultural performances, indigenous games, exhibitions, traditional cuisines and other attractions during the four-day celebrations.