Joining the rest of the nation the 77th Republic Day was celebrated at Local Ground, Wokha on 26th January 2026. The event was graced by Minister for Tourism and Higher Education, Government of Nagaland, Temjen Imna Along as the Special Guest.
Upon arrival, the Special Guest unfurled the National Flag, took the Rashtriya Salute, and joined in the National Anthem. He inspected the parade contingents and delivered the Republic Day speech.
The march past featured eight contingents, namely DEF Wokha, 7th NAP Wokha, District Home Guards and Civil Defence, Ex-Servicemen, Bharat Scouts and Guides Wokha, NCC JNV Chukitong, NCC Mount Tiyi College Wokha, and NCC GHSS Wokha.
Cultural entertainment added vibrancy to the celebration, with folk songs presented by Lakhuti Women Cultural Club, Wokha Town and Longsa Women Cultural Group, Wokha Town.
A live demonstration on fire safety and measures to tackle fire-related incidents was demonstrated by the Fire and Emergency Service, Wokha, creating awareness among the public.
The Special Guest also inaugurated stalls set up by various departments and self-help groups, including Horticulture, Agriculture, Cooperation, Department of Animal and Veterinary Service, Divisional Management Unit Wokha, Longtsan SHG Englan Wokha, Wokha District Legal Service Authority, Renthan SHG, and the Medical Team from District Hospital Wokha.
An exhibition football match between the District Sports Council Wokha and Heads of Departments added excitement to the day’s program. The celebration concluded with the beating of retreat by DEF Wokha, marking a dignified end to the Republic Day festivities.
The event reflected the collective spirit of Wokha district in honoring the nation’s democratic values and celebrating the Republic Day with unity, pride, and enthusiasm.
(DPRO and IA Wokha)
