The 77th Republic Day was celebrated with solemnity and patriotic zeal at Dimapur DDSC Stadium on 26th January, 2026. The function was held with a series of ceremonial and cultural programmes, marking the significance of the day and honouring exemplary service to society. The Chief Guest, Metsubo Jamir, Minister for Rural Development and SIRD, Nagaland, unfurled the National Flag and took the Rashtriya Salute, followed by inspection of the Parade contingents.
The Parade contingents were reviewed by the Commissioner of Police, Khrusa Kheyo Dimapur. The Parade Commander was Manas Utpal, IPS while, Second-in-Command was Lanutemsu (ABI 11th BN, IR). The parade contingent units included Police Commissioner, Dimapur; 11th NAP (IR) Battalion; Home Guard Civil Defense & SDRF; Ex- Servicemen; NCC, Dimapur, Govt. College; Zakiesato Memorial Hr. Sec. School, Dimapur; PM Shri Govt. High School, Burma Camp and 15th AR Band Platoon.
Addressing the gathering, Jamir highlighted the importance of unity, discipline and collective responsibility in nation-building. The programme also featured a special cultural segment, including a patriotic song by students of St. Mary Higher Secondary School, Dimapur, and folk dance performances by Kachari and Sumi cultural troupes, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region. The Minister later inaugurated stalls set up by various departments and organisations.
As part of the occasion, district awards were conferred on individuals and organisations in recognition of their outstanding service and contribution to society. The awardees included the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Dimapur; Vizokholie Meyase; WPC Koralina; Temsuwapang Longchar; Mempho Phom; Water and Sanitation Committee (WATSAN), Aoyimti Village; Dimapur Gurudwara Sahib and Social Worker Chandu Kumar Agarwal.
In the evening, the celebrations concluded with a prize distribution and ceremonial retreat by the Assam Rifles, marking the end of the district’s Republic Day observance.
(Tovikali & I. Tiakumla Ao, IA Dimapur)
