Dimapur, Oct. 25 -- Marking a significant milestone for its tourism and hospitality sector, Nagaland got its first five-star hotel, Polo Hotel, in Kohima ahead of the Hornbill Festival 2026, which begins on December 1.

Governor Nand Kishore Yadav inaugurated the hotel on Saturday evening.

Congratulating the management of Polo Hotels Group, Yadav said the inauguration of a new hospitality establishment was not merely the opening of a hotel but an investment in the region's future, the creation of livelihood opportunities, and a commitment to welcoming visitors with warmth and professionalism.

Highlighting Nagaland's rich cultural traditions, natural beauty, vibrant festivals and diverse indigenous heritage, he observed that as the state c...