PM Modi Highlights Khiamniungan Tribe’s Unique Honey Practices in Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat address, highlighted the honey-extraction practices of the Khiamniungan tribe in Choklangan village, Noklak district of Nagaland.

• Unique Cliff-Based Beekeeping: The PM noted that bees in this region build their dwellings not on trees but on high cliffs, making the tribe’s honey collection method distinct and challenging.
• Rise in India’s Honey Production: He shared that in the last 11 years, India’s honey production has increased to over 1.5 lakh metric tonnes, reflecting the growth of the sector.
• About the Tribe:
  • The Khiamniungan are one of the major Naga tribes, residing across India and Myanmar.
  • The tribe’s name is derived from a compound of three words:
    • ‘Khiam’ – water
    • ‘Niu’ – great
    • ‘Ngan’ – source
• Cultural Significance: Tsokum, one of the most important festivals of the tribe, is celebrated with great enthusiasm, showcasing their rich cultural identity.