The inaugural day of TXG Expo Nagaland on 28th August, 2026 at NBCC Convention Hall, Kohima featured a range of indigenous technologies and innovations, including drones, robotics and creative learning solutions.

The Nagaland GIS and Remote Sensing Centre, under the Department of Planning & Transformation, showcased various drones designed and assembled by the Centre at the Nagaland GIS stall. A hexacopter drone, which was used for vaccine delivery during the COVID-19 pandemic, was among the key attractions. The stall also featured FPV drones and a replica interceptor drone, along with a live demonstration on drone operation, showcasing their control and capabilities.

The NagaBots stall also drew attention with its display of technology-based products and innovations, including a robotic arm demonstrating sketching, drones, creative-learning toy kits, 3D-printed keychains and other accessories items.

Established in 2021, NagaBots is a technology and research enterprise specialising in robotics and coding. According to its representative, the enterprise provides training and education, research and innovation, incubation support through the NagaBots Incubation Centre and electronics supply solutions.

NagaBots also organises its annual flagship event, Techmorphosis, aimed at promoting innovation and creativity in technology. The enterprise has trained more than 5,000 students across various schools, helping them develop practical skills in STEM.

(Ikedalule, APRO)