Dimapur: Nagaland’s tourism sector is set for a boost with the opening of the state’s first five-star hotel in Kohima.Governor Nand Kishore Yadav inaugurated Polo Hotel Kohima on Saturday, ahead of the Hornbill Festival 2026, which begins on Dec 1.Yadav said the new hospitality establishment would support tourism, create livelihood opportunities and improve accommodation for visitors. He highlighted Nagaland’s cultural traditions, natural beauty, festivals and indigenous heritage, saying the state was attracting growing attention as a tourism destination.Referring to the Hornbill Festival as an important platform for showcasing Nagaland’s culture, Yadav said the state had much more to offer throughout the year. He said tourism could boost entrepreneurship, local products and employment for youth while strengthening the state’s economy.Yadav urged the hotel management to build links with local entrepreneurs, artisans, farmers, food producers and service providers. He stressed the need to incorporate locally sourced products, traditional cuisine, indigenous art and local talent into the hotel’s operations so tourism benefits extend beyond the premises.He said Kohima’s historical significance, scenic surroundings and cultural vibrancy gave it the potential to attract leisure travellers, cultural enthusiasts and business visitors.
