Kohima: Nagaland is known for its rich culture and traditions, and the Hornbill Festival— an annual gala that displays Naga heritage, has been capturing the attention of people worldwide. But not many people outside Nagaland know that the state has a rich and varied culture of wrestling, especially Naga wrestling......

‘Fighting’ a brother: Why is Naga wrestling so special and important?
In this traditional grappling game, each wrestler wears a coloured cloth, which is tied in knots around the waist. Wrestlers aim to knock each other off their feet as they hold on to their opponent’s waist