Churches, homes & streets in Nagaland sparkle with festive fervour

Dimapur: Nagaland is decked up with shiny stars and sparkling lights to celebrate Christmas on Thursday, with homes, churches, business houses and streets glowing with warmth, faith and celebration.In his Christmas greetings, Nagaland governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla said Christmas reminds us of the enduring values of love, compassion, humility, forgiveness and service to humanity — the values that have long guided the people of the state in fostering harmony, resilience and mutual respect.CM Neiphiu Rio on Wednesday wished everyone a merry and blessed Christmas. “May this Christmas fill our hearts with peace and our homes with joy. May the message of Jesus Christ guide our lives and strengthen our hope,” Rio wrote on his X handle.As Nagaland waits in joyful anticipation to welcome the birth of Christ, the enchanting spirit of Christmas has enveloped every corner of the state, with dazzling lights, colourful decorations and melodious carols fill the air, making the Christmas spirit truly infectious.