The 9th North East Youth Festival 2026 wrapped up at Chumoukedima Football Stadium in Dimapur after a five-day celebration of culture, talent, and unity. Around 1,200 participants, officials, and volunteers from all eight Northeastern states, along with volunteers from NSS and MY Bharat from across the country, joined the event. Nagaland’s Minister for Higher Education and Tourism, Temjen Imna Along, highlighted the festival’s alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a “Viksit Bharat.”
All Northeastern states are collectively focused on development and progress, according to Minister Along. He emphasized the region’s diversity as a source of immense potential for growth and praised the inclusive governance from the Central Government that is integrating the Northeast into the national mainstream. Minister Along underscored the pivotal role of youth in shaping the nation’s future and acknowledged their strength and contributions.
The festival featured various competitive events like folk song, folk dance, instrumental guitar, rock band, declamation, and one-act play, alongside non-competitive activities such as martial arts demonstrations and cultural presentations. Over 200 NSS volunteers participated in a seminar on youth leadership and other topics, while MY Bharat volunteers organized Yuva Kriti and food festival stalls to showcase local creativity and entrepreneurship. The event successfully showcased the talent and diversity of the region’s youth, fostering unity and cooperation among the Northeastern states.
