As part of the 25th Hornbill Festival, the Nagaland Flower Growers Society (NFGS) organized a week-long Mini Flower Bazaar at the Farmers Market near Hotel FIFA, Kohima. The event featured a wide array of fresh cut flowers, presentation bouquets, saplings, potted greens, and seasonal flowering plants for sale, attracting numerous visitors and vendors.

On 6th December 2024, prize distribution ceremony for Fresh Flower and Dry Flower competitions was held, where 30 participants showcased their artistic arrangements. Temsunaro Aier, IAS, Commissioner & Secretary, IPR and Mission Director, Samagra Shiksha Nagaland, graced the prize distribution ceremony as the Chief Guest.

In her address, Aier emphasized the potential of floriculture as a sustainable livelihood for farmers, encouraging them to be self-reliant and reduce dependence on government schemes. She lauded the NFGS for its pioneering role in promoting floriculture in the State and its contributions to beautification efforts and empowering flower growers.

In the Dry Flower arrangement category, first position was awarded to Sabino Nakhro, while Meyievino Theluo and Anungla Jamir were awarded second and third positions respectively. Consolation prizes were awarded to Bino Sophie and Pekruvinuo Pienyu.

Dzuvisenuo bagged the first place in the Fresh Flower category while Pekruvinuo Pienyu and Anungla Jamir were awarded second and third positions. Consolation prizes were awarded to Yatetinla Ozukum and Meyievino Theluo.

The NFGS, established in 2007 under the Department of Horticulture, continues to promote floriculture as a viable business and support its members in becoming successful entrepreneurs. The Mini Flower Bazaar received positive feedback from attendees, with some visitors placing orders from outside Nagaland.

(Akummeren IA)