Nagaland Revival and Healing Service from Dec 2

A three-day Nagaland Revival and Healing Festival will be held from December 2 to 4, at multi-disciplinary state Stadium, Dimapur.
The announcement was made by the festival’s organising committee, The Gatekeepers, during a briefing on Wednesday.
The three-day event will feature Apostle Ankit Sajwan, a young revivalist from New Delhi, as the main speaker. Festival convenor and Lighthouse Church Lead pastor Wabong Longchari said the Apostle’s message of healing and restoration is expected to resonate strongly with the people of Nagaland.
Although the festival coincides with the annual Hornbill Festival, Longchari clarified that the programme is not a counter-event but an opportunity for locals and visiting tourists to experience the Gospel. “The only thing we can give them is the Gospel of Jesus,” he said, noting that the organising team welcomes Hornbill visitors to attend.
Affirming the festival’s theme of healing, Longchari said they acknowledge medical diagnoses but believe the final authority lies in God’s Word, which offers hope and healing through Jesus Christ. He shared that people from outside Nagaland have already reached out, and the team is expecting attendees from across the Northeast. With the stadium gallery capable of accommodating around 40,000 people, they anticipate a turnout of about 30,000 and assured that provisions are being made for the sick, disabled and elderly.
On logistical challenges, Longchari said securing the incomplete stadium was the biggest hurdle, requiring the team to lay roads and install lighting. Despite this, he expressed gratitude to the authorities for permitting use of the venue. Over 700 volunteers, including 250 from Livingstone College, are assisting in preparations, supported by churches and individuals contributing time, finances and manpower. Festival convenor Ben Kithan said the initiative is driven by a shared burden to make Nagaland a better place and to reclaim the strong faith legacy of the Naga people. “Our vision is to remind everyone of the Christ-identity we’ve received and to spark a revival that will echo for generations,” he said. Kithan thanked anonymous donors, partner churches, associations and individuals, stressing that the movement is a collective effort across denominations, tribes and communities.
“We invite each of you to partner with us and reclaim the legacy of Christ-identity that defines us. Together, in unity and cooperation, let’s move forward,” he appealed. For those outside Nagaland, he noted that contact numbers are printed on all campaign materials for inquiries. On financial needs, he expressed confidence that support will continue, citing the overwhelming contributions received recently.
Festival secretary pastor Edward Odyuo added that the event belongs to everyone, not just one church or denomination. Gates will open at 2 p.m., followed by a praise fiesta from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., and the main service at 5 p.m. Food stalls and designated tented spaces will be provided for the elderly, sick and persons with disabilities. Naomi Zhimomi of The Gatekeepers extended an open invitation to all, expressing hope that the revival will deeply bless attendees, especially “lukewarm believers”, and usher in a renewed spiritual awakening across the state.