Kohima, Nov 20 : The Nagaland government today organised mass social work in Kohima and Dimapur in view of the Hornbill Festival to be held from December 1 to 7 at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, 12km from here.
All government offices, including the Nagaland secretariat, remained closed for the day to let the employees participate in the cleanliness drive in Kohima and Dimapur.
The government deployed police, home guards, youth resources NSS and Nehru Yuva Kendra, to help the public in the cleanliness drive.
Hundreds of trucks, JCBs and earthmovers were also deployed.
Foreign and domestic tourists and dignitaries are expected to take part in the mega festival, an annual affair where Nagas display their rich tradition and culture.
The Kohima Chamber of Commerce and Industries (KCCI) is organising the Kohima Night Carnival from December 1 to 7 as part of the Hornbill Festival.
The stretch of road from Oking Footbridge to Razhii point will be utilised for the carnival from 4pm to 8pm.
The KCCI expressed its gratitude to the participants of the previous carnivals and business establishments for the support rendered and sought their co-operation for the carnival.
It has requested all shops and building owners to start preparing for the carnival and especially appealed to all the establishments within Oking Footbridge and Razhü point to keep their shops open till 8pm during the carnival.
The KCCI said it would strictly enforce a ban on the sale of intoxicants.
The Kohima local ground shall be utilised as a parking lot for all vehicles.
The president of the KCCI, Kesao Kesiezie, said the 2009 awards for the best stall, the cleanest stall and the best decorated shop would be announced. Cash prizes will be given for the best decorated building, the best decorated shop, the cleanest stall and the most beautiful stall this year.
Competitions in baking, flower show, carnival painting categories and a photo gallery will be organised. An organic market will be set up at Kezieke.
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