Nagaland has officially confirmed the United Kingdom (UK) as the Country Partner for the Hornbill Festival 2025, opening a new chapter of international cultural cooperation. The partnership is aimed at increasing global participation, promoting Naga heritage, and bringing international art and music talent to one of India’s most popular cultural festivals.
United Kingdom Named Official Country Partner for Hornbill Festival 2025
Formal Partnership Announced
The agreement was signed in New Delhi between the Chief Minister of Nagaland and senior officials from the British Council. This collaboration is expected to strengthen cultural ties, boost artistic exchange, and enhance the global image of the Hornbill Festival.
Role of the British Council
The British Council, in coordination with the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata, will curate special festival programmes. The council has a history of bringing UK-based performers to the event and will continue supporting creative exchange between the UK and Nagaland.
Scottish Artist to Perform
The 2025 edition will feature Scottish artist Ruairidh Maclean, popularly known as RuMac, who will perform on 2 December 2025. His participation follows previous cross-cultural performances involving Welsh, Naga, and Khasi artists, showcasing the growing artistic relations between India and the UK.
Boost to Cultural Exchange and Tourism
State officials said the partnership will create new opportunities in:
- culture and music
- education
- tourism
- creative industries
The collaboration is expected to increase global interest in Nagaland’s rich cultural traditions and support deeper people-to-people connections.
Exam-Oriented Key Facts
- Country Partner for Hornbill Festival 2025: United Kingdom
- Partnership Between: Government of Nagaland & British Council
- Scottish Artist Performing: Ruairidh Maclean (RuMac) on 2 December 2025
- Festival Benefit Areas: Culture, tourism, education, creative enterprise
- British Council Role: Curating UK-linked programming and artistic collaborations
Question & Answer
Q1. Which country has been confirmed as the official country partner for Hornbill Festival 2025?
(a) France
(b) Australia
(c) United Kingdom
(d) Japan
Answer: United Kingdom
Q2. The partnership agreement for Hornbill Festival 2025 was signed between Nagaland and which organisation?
(a) UNESCO
(b) British Council
(c) Commonwealth Foundation
(d) Amnesty International
Answer: British Council
Q3. Where was the Hornbill Festival 2025 partnership agreement signed?
(a) London
(b) Kohima
(c) New Delhi
(d) Kolkata
Answer: New Delhi
Q4. Which Scottish artist will perform at the Hornbill Festival 2025?
(a) Lewis Capaldi
(b) Ruairidh Maclean (RuMac)
(c) Ed Sheeran
(d) David Houston
Answer: Ruairidh Maclean (RuMac)
Q5. On which date is RuMac scheduled to perform in the 2025 festival?
(a) 1 December 2025
(b) 2 December 2025
(c) 5 December 2025
(d) 10 December 2025
Answer: 2 December 2025
Q6. The British Council will curate festival programmes in coordination with which office?
(a) British Embassy in Mumbai
(b) British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata
(c) UK India Business Council
(d) Royal Arts Academy
Answer: British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata
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