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Nagaland Marks 63rd Indo‑Naga Ceasefire Day as Peace Day in Mokokchung
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🗓 07 Sep 2026, 09:33 AM
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The 63rd anniversary of the Indo‑Naga ceasefire was observed on Thursday in Mokokchung, Nagaland, with official ceremonies designating the day as Nagaland Peace Day.
Mokokchung, a key town in Nagaland, hosted official events on Thursday to commemorate the 63rd day of the Indo‑Naga ceasefire. Local authorities declared the occasion Nagaland Peace Day, underscoring the lasting importance of the 1997 agreement that ended decades of armed conflict.
The ceremony featured the hoisting of the state flag, speeches by senior officials and community leaders, and cultural performances that highlighted the region’s diverse heritage. Organisers emphasized that the day serves both as a reminder of past sacrifices and a commitment to sustained peace and development.
Residents gathered in public spaces to participate in the observance, reflecting a broad-based desire to maintain stability in the border areas. The event is part of a series of annual commemorations aimed at reinforcing the ceasefire’s legacy across Nagaland.
The ceremony featured the hoisting of the state flag, speeches by senior officials and community leaders, and cultural performances that highlighted the region’s diverse heritage. Organisers emphasized that the day serves both as a reminder of past sacrifices and a commitment to sustained peace and development.
Residents gathered in public spaces to participate in the observance, reflecting a broad-based desire to maintain stability in the border areas. The event is part of a series of annual commemorations aimed at reinforcing the ceasefire’s legacy across Nagaland.