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| name                            = Dimapur
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| government_type                = [[Municipality]]
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| governing_body                  = Dimapur Municipal Council
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| leader_title                    = Administrator
| leader_name                    = Shri Rajesh Soundarajan, [[Indian Administrative Service|IAS]]
| leader_name                    = Albert Ezüng
| area_footnotes                  = <ref>{{cite web|title=Dimapur City|url=https://dmc.nagaland.gov.in/dmc-administration/dimapur-city-at-a-glance/}}</ref>
| area_footnotes                  = <ref>{{cite web|title=Dimapur City|url=https://dmc.nagaland.gov.in/dmc-administration/dimapur-city-at-a-glance/}}</ref>
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| area_metro_footnotes            = <ref>{{cite news|title=Dimapur Info|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2016/sep/18/Assam-mp-wants-Dimapur-from-Nagaland-1521358.amp}}</ref>
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| area_metro_km2                  = 70
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| population_density_km2          = 2,558
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| population_rank                = 1st in [[Nagaland]]
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* [[Angami language|Angami]]
* [[Ao language|Ao]]
* [[Chakhesang language|Chakhesang]]
* [[Lotha language|Lotha]]
* [[Sümi language|Sümi]]
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| postal_code                    = 797 112, 797103, 797113, 797115, 797116
| area_code                      = 91 - (0) 03862
| area_code                      = 91 - (0) 03862
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| registration_plate              = [[List of RTO districts in India#NL.E2.80.94Nagaland|NL]]-07
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'''Dimapur''' is a city in [[Nagaland]], [[India]]. It is the most populous city of Nagaland and also the most densely populated city in the state with an estimated population of about three lakhs at MC level. The city is the main gateway and commercial centre of Nagaland.  
'''Dimapur''' ({{IPAc-en|d|i|m|ə|ˈ|p|ʊər}}) is the largest [[city]] and [[municipality]] in the Indian state of [[Nagaland]]. As of 2011, the municipality had a population of 122,834. The city is the main gateway and commercial centre of Nagaland. Located near the border with [[Assam]] along the banks of the [[Dhansiri River]]. Its [[Dimapur railway station|main railway station]] is the second busiest station in [[Northeast India]].
 
Located near the border with [[Assam]] along the banks of the [[Dhansiri River]], Dimapur is the only plains tract of hilly Nagaland and also has the only railway station and airport in the state for connectivity and economic activity.


==Etymology==
==Etymology==
The name Dimapur is derived from the [[Dimasa language|Kachari language]]; ''Di'' means "water", ''ma'' means "large" and ''pur'' ([[sanskritisation|sanskritised]] word) means "city", translating to "Big-river-city", associated with the meaning of "Kachari" which is "people of the river valley" and after the river which flows through it (Dhansiri).
The name Dimapur is derived from the [[Dimasa language|Dimasa]] words; ''Di'' means "water", ''ma'' means "large" and ''pur'' means "city", translating to ''Big-river-city'', associated with the meaning of "Kachari" which is "people of the river valley" and after the river which flows through it (Dhansiri).{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}


There are two accounts of the way in which Dimapur got its name : many writers are of the opinion that the name 'Dimapur' was derived from Dimasa Kachari words Di-meaning water, Ma-meaning big and Pur-meaning city or township in the Dimasa dialect; while others contend that Dimapur is a corruption of Hidimbapur, meaning the city of [[Hidimbi]] (of Mahabharata fame) - the [[rakshasi]]-turned-woman whose marriage to the [[Pandava]] prince [[Bhima]] led to the birth of [[Ghatotkacha]], believed to be the progenitor of the Kacharis. According to the second theory, the name Hidimbapur is conjectured to have been abbreviated to Dimbapur and subsequently to have lost a consonant to become Dimapur. In the Ahom Chronicles, Dimapur Is referred to sometimes as ‘Che-din-chi-pen’ (town-earth-burn-make) meaning ‘brick town’.<ref name=donboscodimapur>{{cite web |title=SALESIAN PROVINCE OF DIMAPUR |url=http://www.donboscodimapur.org/history/ |publisher=donboscodimapur.org |access-date=18 February 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140324102418/http://www.donboscodimapur.org/history/ |archive-date=24 March 2014 }}</ref>
There are two accounts of the way in which Dimapur got its name: many writers are of the opinion that the name 'Dimapur' was derived from Dimasa Kachari words ''Di''-meaning water, ''Ma''-meaning big and ''Pur''-meaning city or township in the Dimasa dialect; while others contend that Dimapur is a corruption of ''Hidimbapur'', meaning the city of ''[[Hidimbi]]'' (of [[Mahabharata]] fame) - the ''[[rakshasi]]''-turned-woman whose marriage to the [[Pandava]] prince [[Bhima]] led to the birth of [[Ghatotkacha]], which was the Hindu lineage created for Dimasa rulers by the [[Brahmin]] pandits at Khaspur.{{sfn|Bathari|2014|pp=17-18}} According to the second theory, the name ''Hidimbapur'' is conjectured to have been abbreviated to ''Dimbapur'' and subsequently to have lost a consonant to become Dimapur. It is to be noted that Dimasa Kachari Kingdom at point of time was known as the "Heramba Kingdom".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.sahapedia.org/the-dimasa-kacharis-of-cachar-district-overview|title = The Dimasa Kacharis of Cachar District: An Overview}}</ref> In the [[Ahom people|Ahom]] [[Buranji]]s, Dimapur is referred to sometimes as ''Che-din-chi-pen'' (town-earth-burn-make) meaning "Brick-town" and its rulers as ''khun timisa''<ref>{{harvcol|Ramirez|2007|p=93}}</ref> (distorted word for Dimasa).<ref name=donboscodimapur>{{cite web |title=SALESIAN PROVINCE OF DIMAPUR |url=http://www.donboscodimapur.org/history/ |publisher=donboscodimapur.org |access-date=18 February 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140324102418/http://www.donboscodimapur.org/history/ |archive-date=24 March 2014 }}</ref>


==History==
==History==
In the 13th century AD the city was the capital of the [[Kachari people|Kachari]] [[Dimasa kingdom]]. <ref> District Dimapur, [https://dimapur.nic.in/history/ History], dimapur.nic.in, India, retrieved February 12, 2021</ref>
Situated on the banks of the [[Dhansiri River|Dhansiri]] (originally known as ''Dong-siri'' meaning a ravine of peaceful habitation), Dimapur was described as the 'Brick City' by the European scholars and by the [[Ahom kingdom|Ahoms]].{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}
 
===Medieval period===
In the 13th century, the city was the capital of the [[Dimasa Kingdom]], which was once a powerful and predominant state in the now [[North East India]] (Brahmaputra or Dilao Valley).<ref> District Dimapur, [https://dimapur.nic.in/history/ History], dimapur.nic.in, India, retrieved February 12, 2021</ref> In the heart of the city there is an old relic of the Dimasa Kachari Kingdom which speaks about the once prosperous era.<ref>{{harvcol|Shin|2020|p=63}}</ref>
 
The city of Dimapur is said to have been founded by a Kachari king Mahamanipha (1330-1370) and it remained as the capital of the Kacharis until it was captured by the [[Ahom kingdom|Ahom]] ruler [[Suhungmung]] in 1526 A.D.<ref>"This city is probably the one mentioned in the Ahom Buranji, which records that Ahom king Suhungmung (alias Dihingia Rāja) and his son reached the city by ascending the river Timā (Dima or Dhansiri) in 1526 when the Ahoms attacked Dimapur."{{harvcol|Shin|2020|p=63}}</ref>
The ruins of Dimasa Kingdom in Dimapur include a brick wall of the length of nearly 2 miles and 2 tanks about 300 yards square, are indicative of a city of considerable size.<ref>"However, no clear trace of temples and images in the Dimapur ruins raises doubt about the scale and intensity of Brahmanisation in the early history of the Dimasas. The ruins of Dimapur, which include a brick wall of the aggregate length of nearly 2 miles and 2 tanks about 300 yards square, are indicative of a city of considerable size."  {{harvcol|Shin|2020|p=63}}</ref>


=== 1900 ===
=== 20th century ===
During [[World War II]], Dimapur was the centre of action between [[British India]] and Imperial [[Japan]]. It was the staging post for the Allied offensive. The Japanese could reach [[Kohima]] where a siege was laid. Allied reinforcement came through Dimapur by rail and road for the push against the Japanese. An airport at Dimapur was also in use for supplies to the allied forces in Burma. The battle for Kohima about 77&nbsp;km from Dimapur is considered the turning point for the Japanese retreat from South East Asia.
==== World War II ====
During [[World War II]], Dimapur was the centre of action between [[British India]] and Imperial [[Japan]]. It was the staging post for the Allied offensive. The Japanese could reach [[Kohima]] where a siege was laid. Allied reinforcement came through Dimapur by rail and road for the push against the Japanese. An airport at Dimapur was also in use for supplies to the allied forces in [[Myanmar|Burma]]. The [[Battle of Kohima|battle for Kohima]] about 77&nbsp;km from Dimapur is considered the turning point for the Japanese retreat from [[South East Asia]].{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}


=== Assam lease Dimapur to Nagaland ===
==== Assam lease Dimapur to Nagaland ====
In 1918, Dimapur was leased to then [[Naga Hills District, British India|Naga Hills district]] (Now [[Nagaland]]) by then erstwhile [[Assam Province]] of [[British Raj|British of India]] for 30 years for construction of Railways lines (unclear from which district).<ref> NP, [https://nagalandpage.com/return-dimapur-to-assam-demand-grows/ Return Dimapur To Assam Demand Grows], nagalandpage.com, India, July 18, 2018 </ref> In 1963, it was again leased to now state of [[Nagaland]] for 99 years.<ref> EMN, [https://easternmirrornagaland.com/assam-politician-wants-dimapur-and-merapani-from-nagaland/ Assam politician wants Dimapur and Merapani from Nagaland], easternmirrornagaland.com, India, September 19, 2016 </ref> There is controversy surrounding this claim, as both state governments have not come forward to comment on the matter.<ref> Nagaland Post, [http://www.nagalandpost.com/paying-the-price-of-silence/181641.html Paying the Price of Silence], nagalandpost.com, India, September 15, 2018</ref>
In 1918, Dimapur was leased to then [[Naga Hills District, British India|Naga Hills District]] (Now [[Nagaland]]) by then erstwhile [[Assam Province]] of [[British Raj|British of India]] for 30 years for construction of Railways lines (unclear from which district).<ref> NP, [https://nagalandpage.com/return-dimapur-to-assam-demand-grows/ Return Dimapur To Assam Demand Grows], nagalandpage.com, India, July 18, 2018</ref> In 1963, it was again leased to now state of [[Nagaland]] for 99 years.<ref> EMN, [https://easternmirrornagaland.com/assam-politician-wants-dimapur-and-merapani-from-nagaland/ Assam politician wants Dimapur and Merapani from Nagaland], easternmirrornagaland.com, India, September 19, 2016 </ref> There is controversy surrounding this claim, as both state governments have not come forward to comment on the matter.<ref>Nagaland Post, [http://www.nagalandpost.com/paying-the-price-of-silence/181641.html Paying the Price of Silence] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210122034850/http://www.nagalandpost.com/paying-the-price-of-silence/181641.html |date=22 January 2021 }}, nagalandpost.com, India, September 15, 2018</ref>


===2000===
=== 21st century ===
Present-day Dimapur has far outgrown its old town area. It is one contiguous urban sprawl from the Assam border at Dilai gate and newfield checkgate up to the foothills of Chümoukedima, the designated district headquarters of Dimapur district.{{cn|date=August 2019}}
==== 2004 Dimapur bombings ====
{{main|2004 Dimapur bombings}}
On 2 October 2004, two powerful bombs were set off—one at the [[Dimapur railway station|Dimapur Railway Station]] and the other at the Hong Kong Market killing 30 and injuring over 100 others.<ref>{{cite web|last=Vinayak|first=G|url=https://m.rediff.com/news/2004/oct/02naga.htm|title=At least 30 killed in Nagaland blast|website=[[Rediff.com]]|date=2 October 2004|access-date=22 August 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2004/10/3/india-reels-after-deadly-blasts|title=India reels after deadly blasts|website=[[Al Jazeera]]|date=3 October 2004|access-date=22 August 2022}}</ref>


== Geography ==
== Geography ==
Dimapur is located in the southwest of Nagaland. The vast majority of this area is flat with the [[Dhansiri River]], a tributary of the [[Brahmaputra River]] flowing east of the city.  
Dimapur is located in the southwest of Nagaland. The vast majority of this area is flat with the [[Dhansiri River]], a tributary of the [[Brahmaputra River]] flowing east of the city.{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}


===Climate===
===Climate===
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|single line= yes
|single line= yes
|Jan high C= 22.7
|Jan high C= 21.3
|Feb high C= 24.5
|Feb high C= 24.0
|Mar high C= 26.9
|Mar high C= 27.5
|Apr high C= 27.2
|Apr high C= 28.5
|May high C= 29.9
|May high C= 29.2
|Jun high C= 31.5
|Jun high C= 29.7
|Jul high C= 32.3
|Jul high C= 29.5
|Aug high C= 33.5
|Aug high C= 29.4
|Sep high C= 33.7
|Sep high C= 28.9
|Oct high C= 30.9
|Oct high C= 27.3
|Nov high C= 25.0
|Nov high C= 24.8
|Dec high C= 24.4
|Dec high C= 22.0
|Jan low C= 9.8
 
|Feb low C= 13.1
|Jan low C= 10.6
|Mar low C= 18.6
|Feb low C= 12.6
|Apr low C= 22.3
|Mar low C= 15.6
|May low C= 21.6
|Apr low C= 18.7
|Jun low C= 22.5
|May low C= 21.4
|Jul low C= 23.7
|Jun low C= 22.9
|Aug low C= 24.6
|Jul low C= 24.3
|Sep low C= 25.2
|Aug low C= 24.1
|Oct low C= 21.0
|Sep low C= 23.1
|Nov low C= 14.5
|Oct low C= 20.0
|Dec low C= 13.1
|Nov low C= 15.5
|date= May 2012
|Dec low C= 12.0
 
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| Jan precipitation mm  =24
| Feb precipitation mm  =45
| Mar precipitation mm  =96
| Apr precipitation mm  =214
| May precipitation mm  =241
| Jun precipitation mm  =259
| Jul precipitation mm  =247
| Aug precipitation mm  =239
| Sep precipitation mm  =199
| Oct precipitation mm  =105
| Nov precipitation mm  =26
| Dec precipitation mm  =15
| Jan rain days  =4
| Feb rain days  =5
| Mar rain days  =7
| Apr rain days  =12
| May rain days  =17
| Jun rain days  =17
| Jul rain days  =17
| Aug rain days  =18
| Sep rain days  =16
| Oct rain days  =10
| Nov rain days  =3
| Dec rain days  =2
 
| Jan humidity    =78
| Feb humidity    =72
| Mar humidity    =66
| Apr humidity    =76
| May humidity    =82
| Jun humidity    =84
| Jul humidity    =85
| Aug humidity    =85
| Sep humidity    =86
| Oct humidity    =85
| Nov humidity    =81
| Dec humidity    =80
|source =<ref>[[https://en.climate-data.org/asia/india/nagaland/dimapur-24641/]]Climate data</ref>
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==Demographics==
==Demographics==
{{As of|2011}}, the census of 2011, the city-population of the old Town Committee area (up to the old dhansiri bridge) at 122,834. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Dimapur has an average literacy rate of 86% male literacy is 88% and, female literacy is 84%.<ref name="2011census">{{cite web|title=Dimapur City Population Census 2011 {{!}} Nagaland|url=http://www.census2011.co.in/census/city/183-dimapur.html|website=www.census2011.co.in}}</ref> In Dimapur, 12% of the population is under 6&nbsp;years of age.
According to the 2011 census, the city-population of the old Town Committee area (up to the old dhansiri bridge) at 122,834. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Dimapur has an average literacy rate of 86% male literacy is 88% and, female literacy is 84%.<ref name="2011census">{{cite web|title=Dimapur City Population Census 2011 {{!}} Nagaland|url=http://www.census2011.co.in/census/city/183-dimapur.html|website=www.census2011.co.in}}</ref> In Dimapur, 12% of the population is under 6&nbsp;years of age.
Unlike other places in the state, this city has a heterogeneous mix of people from all over India, and for which it is also known as "Mini India".
Unlike other places in the state, this city has a heterogeneous mix of people from all over India, and for which it is also known as "Mini India".{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}
 
Besides the dominant [[Naga people|Naga]] ethnic groups, who comprise about 50% of the city's population, other prominent groups include [[Bengali people|Bengalis]], [[Assamese people|Assamese]], [[Oriya people|Oriyas]], [[Nepalis|Nepalese]], [[Bihari people|Biharis]], [[Meitei people|Meiteis]], [[Marwar]]is, [[Punjabi people|Punjabis]] and also [[Tamil people|Tamils]], [[Telugus]] and [[Kerala|Keralites]]. In the last two decades [[Tibetan people|Tibetan]] traders have also settled in the city.{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}


===Religion===
{{Pie chart
{{Pie chart
|thumb = right
|thumb = right
|caption = Languages spoken in Dimapur town (2011)<ref>https://censusindia.gov.in/2011census/C-16T/DDW-C16-TOWN-STMT-MDDS-1300.XLSX</ref>
|caption = Religion in Dimapur City (2011)<ref name="Dimapur City Religious Population">{{cite web|title=Dimapur City religious population|url=https://www.censusindia2011.com/nagaland/dimapur/dimapur-sadar/dimapur-mc-population.html|work=Census India 2011|accessdate=4 September 2022}}</ref>
|label1 = [[Nagamese language|Nagamese]]
|label1 = [[Christianity]]
|value1 = 47.23
|value1 = 45.11
|color1 = Orange
|color1 = Blue
|label2 = [[Bengali language|Bengali]]
|label2 = [[Hinduism]]
|value2 = 32.46
|value2 = 41.11
|color2 = Blue
|color2 = DarkOrange
|label3 = [[Hindi language|Hindi]]
|label3 = [[Islam]]
|value3 = 11.69
|value3 = 11.21
|color3 = Red
|color3 = Green
|label4 = [[Nepali language|Nepali]]  
|label4 = [[Jainism]]
|value4 = 3.75
|value4 = 1.73
|color4 = yellow
|color4 = Brown
|label5 = [[Manipuri language|Manipuri]]  
|label5 = [[Buddhism]]
|value5 = 2.3
|value5 = 0.48
|color5 = pink
|color5 = Gold
|label6 = [[Assamese language|Assamese]]  
|label6 = [[Sikhism]]
|value6 = 2.01
|value6 = 0.19
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Besides the dominant [[Naga people|Naga]] tribes, who comprise nearly about 50% of the city's population, other prominent groups include [[Bengali people|Bengalis]], [[Assamese people|Assamese]], [[Oriya people|Oriyas]], [[Nepal]]ese, [[Bihari people|Biharis]], [[Meitei people|Meiteis]], [[Bodo-Kachari people|Kachari]]s, [[Kuki people|Kuki]]s, [[Marwar]]is, [[Punjabi people|Punjabis]] and also [[Tamil people|Tamils]], [[Telugus]] and [[Kerala|Keralites]].<ref>https://censusindia.gov.in/2011census/C-16T/DDW-C16-TOWN-STMT-MDDS-1300.XLSX</ref> In the last two decades [[Tibetan people|Tibetan]] traders have also settled in the city.{{cn|date=November 2017}}
===Religion===
[[Christianity]] is the most followed religion in the city making up 45.10% of the city's population, closely followed by [[Hinduism]] at 41.11%.  
[[Christianity]] is the most followed religion in the city making up 45.10% of the city's population, closely followed by [[Hinduism]] at 41.11%.  
[[Islam]] is followed by 11.21%, [[Jainism]] by 1.73%, Buddhist by 0.48% and Sikhs by 0.19%  respectively.<ref name="2011census"/>
[[Islam]] is followed by 11.21%, [[Jainism]] by 1.73%, Buddhist by 0.48% and Sikhs by 0.19%  respectively.<ref name="2011census"/>
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===Religious and historical sites===
===Religious and historical sites===
*'''Ruins of Kachari Rajbari'''
*'''Ruins of Kachari Rajbari'''
[[File:Kachari Ruins (a piece of history waiting to be explored).jpg|right|thumb|Rajbari Ruins]]
{{main|Ruins of Kachari Rajbari}}
Although is left in ruins after centuries of abandonment, after facing conflict with the Ahom King in 18th century and with the settlement of township occupying almost half of its former glorious fortress, is still a national heritage site. It signifies great historical importance for the region of North-East. It also gives great value to the state of Nagaland.
[[File:Kachari Ruins (a piece of history waiting to be explored).jpg|center|thumb|Kachari Rajbari Ruins]]
Although is left in ruins after centuries of abandonment, after facing conflict with the Ahom King in 18th century and with the settlement of township occupying almost half of its former glorious fortress, is still a national heritage site. It signifies great historical importance for the region of North-East. It also gives great value to the state of Nagaland.{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}
 
*'''Dimapur City Tower'''
The Dimapur City Tower is a major landmark of the city. It is located at Circular Road in the heart of Dimapur. Also known as the Clock Tower, the tower is decorated with [[Christmas Lights]] during the [[Christmas]] season.{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}


* '''Dimapur Jain Temple'''  
*'''Dimapur Jain Temple'''
{{main|Dimapur Jain Temple}}
{{main|Dimapur Jain Temple}}
The Dimapur Jain Temple was built in 1947. The temple has some intricate glass work. The temple is considered very auspicious by the people of Dimapur. The temple was built by the tireless effort of Shri Subhkaran Sethi, Shri Phulchand Sethi, Shri Jethmal Sethi, Shri Udayram Chabra, Shri Chunnilal Kishanlal Sethi, Shri Kanhaiyal Sethi, and other Jain families present in Dimapur at that time.
The Dimapur Jain Temple was built in 1947. The temple has some intricate glass work. The temple is considered very auspicious by the people of Dimapur. The temple was built by the tireless effort of Shri Jethmal Sethi, Shri Phulchand Sethi, Shri Udayram Chabra, Shri Chunnilal Kishanlal Sethi, Shri Kanhaiyal Sethi, Shri Mangilal Chabra, Motilal Patni, Subhkaran Sethi and other Jain families present in Dimapur at that time.{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}


===Parks and other highlights===
===Parks and other highlights===
Dimapur has several places where tourist can visit such as Green Park, Aqua Mellow park, Zoological Garden, Science Center, Stone Park, Hazi Park, Agri Expo site, Noune Resort ,Rangapahar Forest, Triple Falls, Noune Resort,Shiv Mandir, Loinloom Festival and [[Dimapur Kalibari|Kali Temple]].<ref name=holidayiq>{{cite web|title=Dimapur Places to Visit|url=http://www.holidayiq.com/Dimapur-Sightseeing-1066.html|publisher=holidayiq.com|access-date=18 February 2014}}</ref>
Dimapur has several places where tourist can visit such as Nagaland Science Center, Stone Park, Hazi Park, Shiv Mandir and [[Dimapur Kalibari|Kali Temple]].<ref name=holidayiq>{{cite web|title=Dimapur Places to Visit|url=http://www.holidayiq.com/Dimapur-Sightseeing-1066.html|publisher=holidayiq.com|access-date=18 February 2014}}</ref> The [[Nagaland Zoological Park]], [[Green Park (Chümoukedima)|Green Park]], [[Niathu Resort]], [[Noune Resort]], The Triple Falls, Nagaland Science Centre, Aqua Mellow Park and Agri Expo site in the neighbouring [[Chümoukedima district|Chümoukedima District]] can be easily accessible from Dimapur.


==Transportation==
==Transportation==
===Airport===
{{main|Dimapur Airport}}
[[file:Dimapur Airport in 2011.jpg|thumb|Dimapur Airport]]
Dimapur is served by the [[Dimapur Airport]] located at 3rd Mile (AH1), [[Chümoukedima district|Chümoukedima District]]. It is the only civil airport in the state and operates routes to [[Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport|Kolkata]],
[[Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport|Guwahati]], [[Imphal Airport|Imphal]],<ref>{{cite web|url=https://centreforaviation.com/news/alliance-air-confirms-plans-to-commence-guwahati-dimapur-imphal-service-in-dec-2019-959869|title=Alliance Air confirms plans to commence Guwahati-Dimapur-Imphal service in Dec-2019|work=CAPA|access-date=4 December 2019}}</ref> and [[Dibrugarh Airport|Dibrugarh]].
There are plans for expansion of the airport to meet international norms by buying land at Aoyimti village.{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}
===Roadways===
===Roadways===
[[file:Dimapur Airport in 2011.jpg|thumb|Dimapur Airport]]
====Highways passing through Dimapur====
====Highways passing through Dimapur====
* [[File:Tabliczka AH1.svg|30px]] [[Asian Highway 1]]
* [[File:Tabliczka AH1.svg|30px]] [[Asian Highway 1]]
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* {{jct|country=IND|NH|129}}: [[National Highway 129 (India)]]
* {{jct|country=IND|NH|129}}: [[National Highway 129 (India)]]
*{{jct|country=IND|NH|129A}}: [[National Highway 129A (India)]]
*{{jct|country=IND|NH|129A}}: [[National Highway 129A (India)]]
===Airport===
[[File:Dimapur railway station.jpg|thumb|[[Dimapur railway station]]]]
{{main|Dimapur Airport}}
Dimapur is served by the [[Dimapur Airport]] which is located at 3rd mile (AH-1). It is the only civil airport in the state and operates routes to [[Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport|Kolkata]],
[[Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport|Guwahati]], [[Imphal Airport|Imphal]],<ref>{{cite web|url=https://centreforaviation.com/news/alliance-air-confirms-plans-to-commence-guwahati-dimapur-imphal-service-in-dec-2019-959869|title=Alliance Air confirms plans to commence Guwahati-Dimapur-Imphal service in Dec-2019|work=CAPA|access-date=4 December 2019}}</ref> and [[Dibrugarh Airport|Dibrugarh]].
There are plans for expansion of the airport to meet international norms by buying land at Aoyimti village.


===Railway===
===Railway===
{{main|Dimapur Railway Station}}
{{main|Dimapur railway station}}
Dimapur is the only city in Nagaland that is connected by both rail and air. There are direct train services to cities like [[Guwahati]], [[Kolkata]], [[New Delhi]], [[Bangalore]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Amritsar]], [[Dibrugarh]] and [[Chennai]] from the [[Dimapur railway station]]. The station is categorised as an A category railway station which lies on the [[Lumding-Dibrugarh section]] under the [[Lumding railway division]] of [[Northeast Frontier Railway]].
Dimapur has direct train services to cities like [[Guwahati]], [[Kolkata]], [[Patna]],  [[New Delhi]], [[Bangalore]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Amritsar]], [[Dibrugarh]] and [[Chennai]] from the [[Dimapur railway station]]. The station is categorised as an A category railway station which lies on the [[Lumding-Dibrugarh section]] under the [[Lumding railway division]] of [[Northeast Frontier Railway]].


==Sports==
==Sports==
The [[Nagaland Cricket Association Stadium]]<ref>{{cite web| url=http://nagalandcricket.com/about/ | title=Nagaland Cricket Association  | publisher=nagalandcricket.com | accessdate=3 June 2021}}</ref> is the cricket stadium situated at Sovima area of the city, while Dimapur District Sports Council Stadium and State Stadium Dimapur are the multi-purpose sports stadium in the city.
The Dimapur District Sports Council Stadium is multi-purpose sports stadium in the city while the [[Nagaland State Stadium]] is another multi-disciplinary sports stadium currently under construction.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.nagasconnect.com/editors-picks/14524/state-stadium-dimapur-why-is-it-taking-so-long-to-complete/amp|date=May 10, 2020|title=State Stadium Dimapur – Why is it taking so long to complete?|website=Nagas Connect|access-date=December 22, 2021}}</ref>


==Economy==
==Economy==
[[file:Dimapur Town.jpeg|thumb|Market Area, Dimapur]]
[[file:Dimapur Town.jpeg|thumb|Market Area, Dimapur]]
Although Dimapur accounts for only about 9% of the state, it is the commercial centre of Nagaland.
Dimapur is the commercial centre of Nagaland. It also acts as a transit hub for trading goods brought in from trains at [[Dimapur railway station]] and by road via [[National Highway 29 (India)|National Highway 29]] to other parts of [[Nagaland]]. Many private and central banks are also located in the city. Some major hotels are Hotel Acacia (3-star hotel), Hotel Saramati, Hotel Lake Shiloi among many others.{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}


===Commerce===
===Commerce===
A number of shopping centers and markets have sprung up in Dimapur, with the Hong Kong Market, Central Plaza, New Market, Bank colony (Super Market Area) and Circular and NL roads serving as the main commercial areas in the city. The Complexes and shopping centres have sprung up to Nuton Bosti.  
A number of shopping centers and markets have sprung up in Dimapur, with the HongKong Market, Central Plaza, New Market, Bank colony (Super Market Area) and Circular and NL roads serving as the main commercial areas in the city. The Complexes and shopping centres have sprung up to Notun Bosti.{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}


The stretch from Purana Bazaar to [[Chümoukedima]] along the AH-1 is also rapidly developing into commercial areas.
The stretch from Purana Bazaar to [[Chümoukedima]] along the AH-1 is also rapidly developing into commercial areas.{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}


The city's Hong Kong Market is well known for imported goods from Thailand, China, and Burma and is the main Shopping Attraction for Tourists visiting Nagaland. The wholesale foodgrain items are available at KL Sethi Market Complex, Jasokie Market etc. at G S Road, Dimapur.
The city's Hong Kong Market is well known for imported goods from Thailand, China, and Burma and is the main Shopping Attraction for Tourists visiting Nagaland. The wholesale foodgrain items are available at KL Sethi Market Complex, Jasokie Market, etc. at GS Road, Dimapur.{{citation needed|date= September 2022}}


===Industry===
The Agro & Food Processing Special Economic Zone (AFSEZ) at Ganeshnagar under [[Dimapur district|Dimapur District]] in Nagaland is one of the few exclusive Agro Food Products SEZ in India. It is developed by state-run Nagaland Industrial Development Corporation Limited.<ref>{{cite web |title=Nagaland Industrial Development Corporation Ltd. (NIDC), Dimapur |url=https://industry.nagaland.gov.in/nagaland-industrial-development-corporation-ltd-nidc-dimapur/ |website=Department of Industries & Commerce : Nagaland}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Special Economic Zones |url=https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1779402 |website=www.pib.gov.in}}</ref>
The Nagaland Industrial Growth Centre is situated at Ganeshnagar of Dhansiripar Sub-Division, where most of the Dimasa Kacharis lived — an area consisting of seven Dimasa Villages (Dhansiripar, Disaguphu, Amaluma, Doyapur, Ganeshnagar, Hazadisa, and Manglumukh).


==Education==
==Education==
[[File:Tetso College.jpg|thumb|{{center|Tetso College}}]]
{{unreferenced section|date= September 2022}}
===Colleges===
*[[Dimapur Government College]]
*[[Public College of Commerce]]
*[[Salesian College of Higher Education]]
*[[Sakus Mission College]]
*[[Trinity Theological College, Dimapur|Trinity Theological College]]
*[[Unity College, Dimapur|Unity College]]
*Pranabananda Women's College
*Cornerstone College
*Ngullie Memorial College
*School of Engineering & Technology, Nagaland University
*[[Yemhi Memorial College]]
*[[St. John College]]


===Universities and colleges===
===Schools===
*[[Tetso College]]<ref>{{cite book|last1=Lyndem|first1=Biloris|last2=De|first2=Utpal Kumar|title=Education in North East India: Experience and Challenge|publisher=Concept Publishing Company|isbn=9788180690631|page=346|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=oHJlnkDG8IMC&pg=PA346|access-date=9 December 2016|language=en|year=2004}}</ref>
*Assembly Of God Higher Secondary School
*[[Patkai Christian College]]
*[[Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, Dimapur|Don Bosco Higher Secondary School]]
*[[Dimapur Government College]]  
*Greenwood School
*[[National Institute of Technology Nagaland]]
*Holy Cross School
*[[St. Joseph University, Nagaland|St. Joseph University]]
*Little Star Higher Secondary School
* [[ICFAI University, Nagaland]]
*Living Stone Foundation Higher Secondary School
*[[N. N. Nagi School]]
*Pranab Vidyapith Higher Secondary School
*St. John Higher Secondary Residential School
*King David School, Kushiabill
 
== Notable people ==
* [[Kevichüsa Angami]] (1903–1990), Politician
* [[Zhokhoi Chüzho]], Actor
* [[Zuboni Hümtsoe]] (1990–2017), Entrepreneur
* [[Chalie Kevichüsa]] (1943–1992), Journalist
* [[Razhukhrielie Kevichüsa]] (1941–2022), Bureaucrat and Musician
* [[Tubu Kevichüsa]] (1948–1996), Nationalist Leader
* [[Alobo Naga]], Musician
* [[Phulchand Sethi]] (1911–1976), Businessperson
* [[Kihoto Hollohon|Kihoto Hollohon Yepthomi]] (1932–2021), Politician


==See also==
==See also==
* [[Battle of Kohima]]
* [[Battle of the Tennis Court]]
* [[Chümoukedima]]
* [[Chümoukedima]]
* [[Indian XXXIII Corps]]
* [[Nagaland]]
* [[Nagaland Page]]
* [[Northeast Indian Railways during World War II]]


==Notes==
{{reflist}}
==References==
==References==
{{reflist}}
{{refbegin}}
* {{citation |last=Ramirez |first=Philippe |year=2007 |chapter=Politico-ritual variations on the Assamese fringes: Do social systems exist? |pages=91–107 |title=Social Dynamics in the Highlands of Southeast Asia Reconsidering Political Systems of Highland Burma |editor-first=Mandy |editor-last=Sadan |editor-first2=François |editor-last2=Robinne. |place=Boston |publisher=Brill}}
* {{cite thesis |type=Ph.D. |first=Uttam |last=Bathari |title=Memory History and polity a study of dimasa identity in colonial past and post colonial present |publisher=Gauhati University |year=2014|hdl=10603/115353 }}
* {{cite journal|last1=Shin|first1=Jae-Eun|year=2020|title=Descending from demons, ascending to kshatriyas: Genealogical claims and political process in pre-modern Northeast India, The Chutiyas and the Dimasas|journal=The Indian Economic and Social History Review|volume=57|issue=1|pages=49–75|doi=10.1177/0019464619894134|s2cid=213213265}}
{{refend}}


==External links==
==External links==
{{commons category}}
 
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20050705075208/http://dimapur.nic.in/files/profile.htm Official district link]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20050705075208/http://dimapur.nic.in/files/profile.htm Official district link]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20090127012521/http://www.mydimapur.com/ My Dimapur, city portal]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20090127012521/http://www.mydimapur.com/ My Dimapur, city portal]

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City Tower Junction; Aerial view of Dimapur;
Ruins of Kachari Rajbari;
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Coordinates: 25°55′N 93°44′E / 25.92°N 93.73°E / 25.92; 93.73
CountryIndia India
StateNagaland
DistrictDimapur
Government
 • TypeMunicipality
 • BodyDimapur Municipal Council
 • AdministratorAlbert Ezüng
Area
 • City and municipality18.13 km2 (7.00 sq mi)
 • Metro70 km2 (30 sq mi)
Elevation
145 m (476 ft)
Population122,834
 • Rank1st in Nagaland
Languages
 • OfficialEnglish
 • Major languages
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
Telephone code91 - (0) 03862
Vehicle registrationNL-07
Websitedimapur.nic.in

Dimapur (/diməˈpʊər/) is the largest city and municipality in the Indian state of Nagaland. As of 2011, the municipality had a population of 122,834. The city is the main gateway and commercial centre of Nagaland. Located near the border with Assam along the banks of the Dhansiri River. Its main railway station is the second busiest station in Northeast India.

Etymology

The name Dimapur is derived from the Dimasa words; Di means "water", ma means "large" and pur means "city", translating to Big-river-city, associated with the meaning of "Kachari" which is "people of the river valley" and after the river which flows through it (Dhansiri).[citation needed]

There are two accounts of the way in which Dimapur got its name: many writers are of the opinion that the name 'Dimapur' was derived from Dimasa Kachari words Di-meaning water, Ma-meaning big and Pur-meaning city or township in the Dimasa dialect; while others contend that Dimapur is a corruption of Hidimbapur, meaning the city of Hidimbi (of Mahabharata fame) - the rakshasi-turned-woman whose marriage to the Pandava prince Bhima led to the birth of Ghatotkacha, which was the Hindu lineage created for Dimasa rulers by the Brahmin pandits at Khaspur.[4] According to the second theory, the name Hidimbapur is conjectured to have been abbreviated to Dimbapur and subsequently to have lost a consonant to become Dimapur. It is to be noted that Dimasa Kachari Kingdom at point of time was known as the "Heramba Kingdom".[5] In the Ahom Buranjis, Dimapur is referred to sometimes as Che-din-chi-pen (town-earth-burn-make) meaning "Brick-town" and its rulers as khun timisa[6] (distorted word for Dimasa).[7]

History

Situated on the banks of the Dhansiri (originally known as Dong-siri meaning a ravine of peaceful habitation), Dimapur was described as the 'Brick City' by the European scholars and by the Ahoms.[citation needed]

Medieval period

In the 13th century, the city was the capital of the Dimasa Kingdom, which was once a powerful and predominant state in the now North East India (Brahmaputra or Dilao Valley).[8] In the heart of the city there is an old relic of the Dimasa Kachari Kingdom which speaks about the once prosperous era.[9]

The city of Dimapur is said to have been founded by a Kachari king Mahamanipha (1330-1370) and it remained as the capital of the Kacharis until it was captured by the Ahom ruler Suhungmung in 1526 A.D.[10]

The ruins of Dimasa Kingdom in Dimapur include a brick wall of the length of nearly 2 miles and 2 tanks about 300 yards square, are indicative of a city of considerable size.[11]

20th century

World War II

During World War II, Dimapur was the centre of action between British India and Imperial Japan. It was the staging post for the Allied offensive. The Japanese could reach Kohima where a siege was laid. Allied reinforcement came through Dimapur by rail and road for the push against the Japanese. An airport at Dimapur was also in use for supplies to the allied forces in Burma. The battle for Kohima about 77 km from Dimapur is considered the turning point for the Japanese retreat from South East Asia.[citation needed]

Assam lease Dimapur to Nagaland

In 1918, Dimapur was leased to then Naga Hills District (Now Nagaland) by then erstwhile Assam Province of British of India for 30 years for construction of Railways lines (unclear from which district).[12] In 1963, it was again leased to now state of Nagaland for 99 years.[13] There is controversy surrounding this claim, as both state governments have not come forward to comment on the matter.[14]

21st century

2004 Dimapur bombings

On 2 October 2004, two powerful bombs were set off—one at the Dimapur Railway Station and the other at the Hong Kong Market killing 30 and injuring over 100 others.[15][16]

Geography

Dimapur is located in the southwest of Nagaland. The vast majority of this area is flat with the Dhansiri River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra River flowing east of the city.[citation needed]

Climate

Dimapur is hot and humid in summers and moderately cold in winters.[17]

Climate data for Dimapur
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Average high °C (°F) 21.3
(70.3)
24.0
(75.2)
27.5
(81.5)
28.5
(83.3)
29.2
(84.6)
29.7
(85.5)
29.5
(85.1)
29.4
(84.9)
28.9
(84.0)
27.3
(81.1)
24.8
(76.6)
22.0
(71.6)
26.8
(80.3)
Average low °C (°F) 10.6
(51.1)
12.6
(54.7)
15.6
(60.1)
18.7
(65.7)
21.4
(70.5)
22.9
(73.2)
24.3
(75.7)
24.1
(75.4)
23.1
(73.6)
20.0
(68.0)
15.5
(59.9)
12.0
(53.6)
18.4
(65.1)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 24
(0.9)
45
(1.8)
96
(3.8)
214
(8.4)
241
(9.5)
259
(10.2)
247
(9.7)
239
(9.4)
199
(7.8)
105
(4.1)
26
(1.0)
15
(0.6)
1,710
(67.2)
Average rainy days 4 5 7 12 17 17 17 18 16 10 3 2 128
Average relative humidity (%) 78 72 66 76 82 84 85 85 86 85 81 80 80
Source: [18]

Demographics

According to the 2011 census, the city-population of the old Town Committee area (up to the old dhansiri bridge) at 122,834. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Dimapur has an average literacy rate of 86% male literacy is 88% and, female literacy is 84%.[3] In Dimapur, 12% of the population is under 6 years of age. Unlike other places in the state, this city has a heterogeneous mix of people from all over India, and for which it is also known as "Mini India".[citation needed]

Besides the dominant Naga ethnic groups, who comprise about 50% of the city's population, other prominent groups include Bengalis, Assamese, Oriyas, Nepalese, Biharis, Meiteis, Marwaris, Punjabis and also Tamils, Telugus and Keralites. In the last two decades Tibetan traders have also settled in the city.[citation needed]

Religion

Religion in Dimapur City (2011)[19]

  Christianity (45.11%)
  Hinduism (41.11%)
  Islam (11.21%)
  Jainism (1.73%)
  Buddhism (0.48%)
  Sikhism (0.19%)
  Others (0.03%)
  Not Stated (0.16%)

Christianity is the most followed religion in the city making up 45.10% of the city's population, closely followed by Hinduism at 41.11%. Islam is followed by 11.21%, Jainism by 1.73%, Buddhist by 0.48% and Sikhs by 0.19% respectively.[3]

Tourism

Religious and historical sites

  • Ruins of Kachari Rajbari
Kachari Rajbari Ruins

Although is left in ruins after centuries of abandonment, after facing conflict with the Ahom King in 18th century and with the settlement of township occupying almost half of its former glorious fortress, is still a national heritage site. It signifies great historical importance for the region of North-East. It also gives great value to the state of Nagaland.[citation needed]

  • Dimapur City Tower

The Dimapur City Tower is a major landmark of the city. It is located at Circular Road in the heart of Dimapur. Also known as the Clock Tower, the tower is decorated with Christmas Lights during the Christmas season.[citation needed]

  • Dimapur Jain Temple

The Dimapur Jain Temple was built in 1947. The temple has some intricate glass work. The temple is considered very auspicious by the people of Dimapur. The temple was built by the tireless effort of Shri Jethmal Sethi, Shri Phulchand Sethi, Shri Udayram Chabra, Shri Chunnilal Kishanlal Sethi, Shri Kanhaiyal Sethi, Shri Mangilal Chabra, Motilal Patni, Subhkaran Sethi and other Jain families present in Dimapur at that time.[citation needed]

Parks and other highlights

Dimapur has several places where tourist can visit such as Nagaland Science Center, Stone Park, Hazi Park, Shiv Mandir and Kali Temple.[20] The Nagaland Zoological Park, Green Park, Niathu Resort, Noune Resort, The Triple Falls, Nagaland Science Centre, Aqua Mellow Park and Agri Expo site in the neighbouring Chümoukedima District can be easily accessible from Dimapur.

Transportation

Airport

Dimapur Airport

Dimapur is served by the Dimapur Airport located at 3rd Mile (AH1), Chümoukedima District. It is the only civil airport in the state and operates routes to Kolkata, Guwahati, Imphal,[21] and Dibrugarh.

There are plans for expansion of the airport to meet international norms by buying land at Aoyimti village.[citation needed]

Roadways

Highways passing through Dimapur

Railway

Dimapur has direct train services to cities like Guwahati, Kolkata, Patna, New Delhi, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Dibrugarh and Chennai from the Dimapur railway station. The station is categorised as an A category railway station which lies on the Lumding-Dibrugarh section under the Lumding railway division of Northeast Frontier Railway.

Sports

The Dimapur District Sports Council Stadium is multi-purpose sports stadium in the city while the Nagaland State Stadium is another multi-disciplinary sports stadium currently under construction.[22]

Economy

Market Area, Dimapur

Dimapur is the commercial centre of Nagaland. It also acts as a transit hub for trading goods brought in from trains at Dimapur railway station and by road via National Highway 29 to other parts of Nagaland. Many private and central banks are also located in the city. Some major hotels are Hotel Acacia (3-star hotel), Hotel Saramati, Hotel Lake Shiloi among many others.[citation needed]

Commerce

A number of shopping centers and markets have sprung up in Dimapur, with the HongKong Market, Central Plaza, New Market, Bank colony (Super Market Area) and Circular and NL roads serving as the main commercial areas in the city. The Complexes and shopping centres have sprung up to Notun Bosti.[citation needed]

The stretch from Purana Bazaar to Chümoukedima along the AH-1 is also rapidly developing into commercial areas.[citation needed]

The city's Hong Kong Market is well known for imported goods from Thailand, China, and Burma and is the main Shopping Attraction for Tourists visiting Nagaland. The wholesale foodgrain items are available at KL Sethi Market Complex, Jasokie Market, etc. at GS Road, Dimapur.[citation needed]

The Agro & Food Processing Special Economic Zone (AFSEZ) at Ganeshnagar under Dimapur District in Nagaland is one of the few exclusive Agro Food Products SEZ in India. It is developed by state-run Nagaland Industrial Development Corporation Limited.[23][24]

Education

Colleges

Schools

  • Assembly Of God Higher Secondary School
  • Don Bosco Higher Secondary School
  • Greenwood School
  • Holy Cross School
  • Little Star Higher Secondary School
  • Living Stone Foundation Higher Secondary School
  • N. N. Nagi School
  • Pranab Vidyapith Higher Secondary School
  • St. John Higher Secondary Residential School
  • King David School, Kushiabill

Notable people

See also

Notes

  1. "Dimapur City".
  2. "Dimapur Info".
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Dimapur City Population Census 2011 | Nagaland". www.census2011.co.in.
  4. Bathari 2014, pp. 17-18.
  5. "The Dimasa Kacharis of Cachar District: An Overview".
  6. (Ramirez 2007:93)
  7. "SALESIAN PROVINCE OF DIMAPUR". donboscodimapur.org. Archived from the original on 24 March 2014. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
  8. District Dimapur, History, dimapur.nic.in, India, retrieved February 12, 2021
  9. (Shin 2020:63)
  10. "This city is probably the one mentioned in the Ahom Buranji, which records that Ahom king Suhungmung (alias Dihingia Rāja) and his son reached the city by ascending the river Timā (Dima or Dhansiri) in 1526 when the Ahoms attacked Dimapur."(Shin 2020:63)
  11. "However, no clear trace of temples and images in the Dimapur ruins raises doubt about the scale and intensity of Brahmanisation in the early history of the Dimasas. The ruins of Dimapur, which include a brick wall of the aggregate length of nearly 2 miles and 2 tanks about 300 yards square, are indicative of a city of considerable size." (Shin 2020:63)
  12. NP, Return Dimapur To Assam Demand Grows, nagalandpage.com, India, July 18, 2018
  13. EMN, Assam politician wants Dimapur and Merapani from Nagaland, easternmirrornagaland.com, India, September 19, 2016
  14. Nagaland Post, Paying the Price of Silence Archived 22 January 2021 at the Wayback Machine, nagalandpost.com, India, September 15, 2018
  15. Vinayak, G (2 October 2004). "At least 30 killed in Nagaland blast". Rediff.com. Retrieved 22 August 2022.
  16. "India reels after deadly blasts". Al Jazeera. 3 October 2004. Retrieved 22 August 2022.
  17. "February Climate History for Dimapur". myweather2.com. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
  18. [[1]]Climate data
  19. "Dimapur City religious population". Census India 2011. Retrieved 4 September 2022.
  20. "Dimapur Places to Visit". holidayiq.com. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
  21. "Alliance Air confirms plans to commence Guwahati-Dimapur-Imphal service in Dec-2019". CAPA. Retrieved 4 December 2019.
  22. "State Stadium Dimapur – Why is it taking so long to complete?". Nagas Connect. 10 May 2020. Retrieved 22 December 2021.
  23. "Nagaland Industrial Development Corporation Ltd. (NIDC), Dimapur". Department of Industries & Commerce : Nagaland.
  24. "Special Economic Zones". www.pib.gov.in.

References

  • Ramirez, Philippe (2007), "Politico-ritual variations on the Assamese fringes: Do social systems exist?", in Sadan, Mandy; Robinne., François (eds.), Social Dynamics in the Highlands of Southeast Asia Reconsidering Political Systems of Highland Burma, Boston: Brill, pp. 91–107
  • Bathari, Uttam (2014). Memory History and polity a study of dimasa identity in colonial past and post colonial present (Ph.D.). Gauhati University. hdl:10603/115353.
  • Shin, Jae-Eun (2020). "Descending from demons, ascending to kshatriyas: Genealogical claims and political process in pre-modern Northeast India, The Chutiyas and the Dimasas". The Indian Economic and Social History Review. 57 (1): 49–75. doi:10.1177/0019464619894134. S2CID 213213265.

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