You must have heard of houses that are divided into two halves by a boundary wall. But have you ever heard of a house that is split in half by an international border? Well, here's a fascinating video that was eashared by Nagaland minister Temjen Imna Along, showcasing a one-of-a-kind house in the Longwa village.
Located in the Mon district of Nagaland, the Longwa village is home to the Konyak Naga tribe, known for their history of headhunting. Apart from their fierce warrior reputation, they are also known for their unique living situation.
The village chief, or Angh, has a house that is literally divided by the India-Myanmar border. In the video shared by the Minister of Higher Education and Tribal Affairs, one can see how the sleeping quarters of the Angh fall on the Indian side, while the kitchen and other rooms are on the Myanmar side – giving the residents a distinct dual citizenship. The home owners can actually wake up in India and just by stepping out of their room, they enter Myanmar.
While this might seem like something out of a fantasy novel, the truth is that the Longwa village is one of the few exceptions to the Indian Constitution's rule against dual citizenship. The strong cultural and familial ties shared by the Konyak Nagas on both sides of the border has allowed the government to grant them this unique status.
This video has garnered a lot of attention on social media, with people marveling at the uniqueness of this village. Many have also pointed out the need for better infrastructure for the people of the northeast and to showcase the hidden talents of this region to the world.
This captivating house in Longwa is a true testament to the strong bond shared by the Konyak Nagas, who have managed to maintain their cultural identity despite the international border running right through their village. It is a reminder of how borders might divide countries, but they cannot separate people bound by love and kinship.
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