Nagaland to observe Remembrance Day on November 11 at Kohima War Cemetery

DIMAPUR — Nagaland will join the rest of the world in observing Remembrance Day on November 11 to honour and remember the sacrifices of British and Commonwealth servicemen and women during the World Wars and subsequent conflicts across the world.

According to a DIPR report, the observance, initiated by the government of Nagaland in collaboration with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC), serves as a reminder of the human cost of conflict and encourages a commitment to peace.

A release from the Home Department mentioned that the first formal observance of Remembrance Day in Nagaland held last year, was a significant occasion that witnessed the presence and partnership of the United Kingdom, represented by the British Deputy High Commissioner. The event strengthened the growing ties between the people of Nagaland and the United Kingdom.

Following its success, the annual commemoration has now become an important part of the state government’s official calendar.

This year’s commemorative programme will take place on the morning of November 11 at the Kohima War Cemetery with Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio as the special guest and Bhaarat Dave, deputy head of mission, British Deputy High Commission, Kolkata, as the honoured guest.

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The event will be attended by dignitaries, including representatives from the embassies of the United Kingdom and Ireland, legislators, senior government officials, personnel from the army and police, war veterans and other distinguished invitees. It will also feature display stalls of books on the Battle of Kohima, flower stalls, and musical performances, along with the flagging off of a vintage car rally by the Flatbenders Club.

As part of the day-long commemoration, an evening programme will be held at the Banquet Hall, Hotel Vivor, Kohima, from 5 pm onwards, featuring a special conversation titled “The Battle of Kohima: Yesterday, today and tomorrow”.

The discussion will include Abu Metha, advisor to the chief minister, and Mmhonlumo Kikon, politician, poet, and author. The event will also feature an evening of music and dinner, bringing together dignitaries, scholars, academicians, writers, members of the media fraternity, and others from diverse fields.