The Ao Morung was declared the winner of the ‘Best Morung 2025’ award during a ceremony held on Wednesday at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, as part of the 26th edition of the Hornbill Festival. The Pochury Morung and Kuki Morung were adjudged the first and second runners-up respectively.
The winning morungs received cash prizes of Rs 50,000, Rs 30,000, and Rs 20,000 along with certificates. All participating cultural troupes were likewise presented with cash awards and certificates in recognition of their performances and contributions to this year’s festival.
The Ao Morung, renovated and inaugurated on November 26, was managed by the Kohima Jangpetkong Telongjem.
It may be mentioned that the Ao Morung was also declared the ‘Best Morung’ during the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival 2024.
