Nagaland: Dimapur revival meet shatters attendance record as event extends to December 5

Shattering the earlier attendance record of over 70,000 on December 3, the ongoing Nagaland Revival & Healing Festival 2025 on December 4 held at the incomplete Multi-Disciplinary Sports Complex (MDSC) Dimapur, attracted well over 1,00,000 people from within and outside Nagaland.
The surge of attendees heading to the venue caused heavy traffic congestion across several parts of Dimapur. Long jams were reported from Notun Bosti, Dhobinala, and the Duncan areas leading up to the stadium. Many commuters were left stranded for hours as vehicles crawled through packed roads.
Some were even seen watching and listening to the festival’s live broadcast on their phones while stuck in traffic.
In view of demands from several church groups and those from outside Nagaland, apostle Ankit Sajwan and his team announced that the meeting has been extended till December 5.
The entire programme is organized by a group of young believers (Millennials under 44)- The Gatekeepers- with a mission to ignite spiritual awakening in the state.
Considering that the revival meet was organized by a band of believers and unlike mega church associations or government sponsored programmes, the attendances could well be most remarkable.
After praise and worship, Apostle Ankit Sajwan of the Family of Lord Jesus Church delivered the message at the evening revival.
He warmly addressed the congregation as “beautiful people coming together” and invited everyone to switch on their phone flashlights and the entire stadium lit up with lights to symbolize spiritual victory and authority. Sajwan also introduced a video highlighting miracles and healings witnessed across India, emphasizing that what is happening is “not a ministry but a movement,” pointing to a widespread and ongoing work of God.
Speaking on the theme of revival, he urged the crowd to consider its true significance. “Is revival merely filling a stadium? Does it end when this meeting ends? Revival isn’t about numbers—it is carried by people,” he said. Illustrating this, he continued, “I draw a circle around myself and have a revival there. Wherever I go, I take revival with me.”
He reminded believers that they are the move of God and that genuine revival begins when the Church returns to Scripture. “This meeting’s success is seen when you return to the Word,” he said, emphasizing that victorious Christian living flows from a mind shaped by God’s truth.
Apostle Sajwan underscored the significance of belief systems, noting that a flawed inner framework can limit a Christian’s experience of freedom. He stated that revival is not emotional hype but begins when God, through His Word, reshapes a person’s faith. Drawing from Genesis 1, he highlighted the creative power of speaking God’s Word, urging believers to change their words if they want their situations to change. Sajwan also clarified that while God is sovereign, humans retain free will, emphasising that God responds to faith rather than emotion.
Apostle Sajwan reminded the congregation of their value in Christ, noting that worth is seen in the price paid- believers having been redeemed by the blood of Jesus. He clarified that humility means agreeing with God’s view of His children, not diminishing oneself.
He warned against ignorance of spiritual identity, stating that redeemed believers are no longer sinners and that misunderstanding this truth leaves room for the enemy. Using Abraham Lincoln’s abolition of slavery as an illustration, he explained how people may live in bondage without realising they are already free.
Citing John 17:17 and 1 John 5:4, he stressed that true freedom and victory come from knowing God’s Word. Sajwan encouraged personal engagement with Scripture, saying that healing and direction are found in the Word. He concluded by urging Nagaland to cultivate a deep love for Scripture, declaring that those who honour God’s Word become unstoppable.
Rev. Shan Kikon, president of the Asia Harvest Alliance, addressed the gathering with a message highlighting regional spiritual momentum and the need for deeper unity among churches. He commended the organisers and acknowledged the joint commitment of church leaders in extending God’s grace to communities.
Rev. Kikon urged attendees to consider both the history of humanity and the history of the Church, noting that although Christianity is globally widespread, many who identify as believers may not be born again, and nearly 70% of the world remains unreached. Describing the present as a pivotal moment, he suggested the coming decade could be among the most significant in two thousand years.
He affirmed India’s central role in upcoming spiritual developments and announced 2026 as a “Mega Harvest” year, anticipating extensive evangelistic efforts, including a vision for 10,000 crusades nationwide. He added that while numbers are secondary, he expects thousands to be ignited for the Gospel.
The revival meeting will continue till December 5 starting from 3 p.m. and message from 5 p.m.
The day began with a seminar on Church Growth exclusively for registered participants, hosted at The Lighthouse Church at 10 a.m. The session focused on strategies and teachings aimed at strengthening church communities and leadership.
By afternoon, the praise fiesta commenced with participating ministries from Kingdom Culture Church, Life Square Church and Spirit of Faith Church, which contributed worship segments that energised the crowd.
An offering message was delivered by Ps. Moatoshi Imsong, representing Dimapur Christian Fellowship, and the vote of thanks was delivered by Benthungo Kithan of The Gatekeepers.