The Task Force for Music & Arts (TaFMA), Government of Nagaland, is undertaking a Creative Arts Immersion Tour to Mumbai from January 24 to 26, 2026.
The delegation brings together representatives from all districts of Nagaland, along with the Chairman and Project Director of TaFMA.
Conceived as a capacity-building and exposure initiative, the immersion tour aims to familiarise district-level representatives with India’s leading creative, cultural, and contemporary arts ecosystems. Insights and learnings from the visit are expected to further strengthen TaFMA’s ongoing efforts in nurturing music, visual arts, live performance, and creative entrepreneurship across Nagaland.
A key highlight of the programme is the delegation’s visit to Lollapalooza India, one of the world’s largest music festivals. This year’s edition holds special significance as, for the first time, a band from Nagaland, Trance Effect, will perform on the Lollapalooza main stage, marking a historic milestone for the state’s contemporary music journey on a global festival platform. Members of the TaFMA delegation will be present to support and celebrate the band’s performance.
The visit will also offer first-hand exposure to global standards of large-scale music festivals, including production design, artist programming, technical execution, and audience engagement.
During the tour, the delegation will visit prominent cultural and public landmarks in Mumbai, including Jehangir Art Gallery, the Gateway of India, and museums along Marine Drive. The schedule also includes official interactions with renowned artists and practitioners from India’s creative industries to facilitate knowledge exchange and explore collaboration models.
TaFMA officials said the immersion tour reflects the organisation’s commitment to decentralised cultural development.
TaFMA Chairman Theja Meru expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Dr. Neiphiu Rio for his vision and continued support, and thanked Air India Express for sponsoring the delegation’s travel.
The delegation includes Theja Meru, Chairman, TaFMA, and Dr. Hovithal Sothu, Project Director, TaFMA. District partners include H. Samuel Konyak (Mon), Hinenlo Kath (Tseminyu), Hongsangsonla Chang (Tuensang), Menguseu (Kohima), Toshi R. (Shamator), Namnahei (Peren), Lengnio (Noklak), Thepfuvikuo Secu (Chümoukedima), Thsutho Kajiri (Meluri), Heli V. Zhimomi (Zunheboto), Nuyi Hoshi (Phek), Arhoni J. Jami (Wokha), and Mhademo M. Ennio (Wokha).