Dimapur, Nov. 10 -- Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Tuesday chaired a high-powered committee meeting in Kohima to review preparations for the upcoming 10-day Hornbill Festival, which will begin on December 1 at Kisama near Kohima.

The meeting, held at the chief minister's residential complex, brought together cabinet members, senior government officials and representatives of various departments involved in organising the festival.

Rio emphasised the need for adequate infrastructure and safety arrangements to ensure a smooth experience for visitors. He specifically called for proper signage, zebra crossings and other essential facilities at the festival venue and tourist destinations.

He also highlighted the state-wide mass soci...