Arkotong Longkumer

Arkotong Longkumer is an anthropologist, specialising in South/Southeast Asian religion and culture. His research interests lie in the intersection between local religions, Hinduism and Christianities. He is also interested in nationalism, the performance of identity, and the politics of place in India. He is currently Lecturer in Religious Studies at the University of Edinburgh, UK.

KOHIMA01-12-2014Prime Minister Narendra Modi is being welcomed with traditional Naga costume and presented a portrait of Modi at the inaugural function of the Hornbill festival in Kisama Heritage village in the out skirts of Kohima, Nagaland on Monday,01 December 2014. The 10-day long festival began with sounding of the gong by the President. Mukherjee was here to participate in the golden jubilee celebrations of Nagaland's statehood. Hornbill (name of a bird) Festival, considered one of the biggest events in the state, showcases the rich tradition and cultural heritage of the Naga people. PHOTO: RITU_RAJ_KONWAR - caption

Inserting Hindutva in Nagaland

The Naga resistance, which is as old as Indian independence, has consistently fought for a homeland. South Asia's longest running political conflict ...