DNH objects to unauthorized rituals at Rajbari, Dimapur

Dimasa Naiso Hosom (DNH) has raised strong objection to the recent performance of traditional rituals and puja at the Rajbari heritage site in Dimapur by individuals reportedly affiliated with the Bodo community, stating that the acts were carried out without prior consultation or consent from the Dimasa community.
In a press release issued by DNH organising secretary Nunison Nunisa, the organisation stated that Rajbari is not merely a historical site but a sacred ancestral landmark of the Dimasa Kingdom, holding deep cultural, spiritual, and historical significance for the Dimasa people — descendants of Bhima’s son, Ghatotkacha.
DNH termed the incident as a serious act of cultural insensitivity and historical disregard, asserting that any religious or ritualistic activity at Rajbari without the involvement of the Dimasa community violates their sentiments and undermines the traditions and historical truths associated with the site.
The organisation demanded a formal public apology from those responsible, and urged immediate intervention by cultural, archaeological, and administrative authorities to investigate the matter and prevent recurrence. It also called for Rajbari to be officially declared and protected as a sacred heritage site of the Dimasa Kingdom, with future engagements requiring prior consultation with the Dimasa community.
DNH further appealed to all communities to uphold mutual respect and cultural sensitivity when engaging with heritage sites of indigenous and tribal importance. It emphasized that preserving ancestral legacies requires lawful collaboration and historical awareness, and called for unity in protecting indigenous heritage and ensuring that historical ownership is respected.