New Delhi: Nagaland Page, a prominent English daily newspaper in Nagaland, has ceased operations after a 25-year run. Founder and editor Monalisa Changkija on Tuesday (January 7) announced the decision at a press conference in Dimapur, citing financial constraints and personal reasons.
Nagaland Page, founded in May 1999, published its final edition on December 21, 2024.
In a post on X, the daily thanked its readers, subscribers and well wishers.
— Nagaland Page (@NagalandPage) January 7, 2025
Changkija reflected on the newspaper’s struggles, stating that despite managing to survive for over two decades, the publication was never on solid financial ground. She described the decision to shut down as “a tough call” but emphasised that it was necessary.
“The reasons are financial and personal… Nagaland Page was never on a strong financial footing right from the beginning, but somehow we managed for over twenty-five years mostly on love and fresh air,” Changkija was quoted as saying by Morung Express.
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Expressing gratitude to her team and supporters, Changkija acknowledged the significant contributions of the “Page Family” who stood by her throughout the newspaper’s journey. She expressed confidence that the media landscape in Nagaland will continue to thrive, with new institutions emerging to fill the void left by Nagaland Page.
Regarding the possibility of the newspaper changing hands, Changkija revealed that some interested parties have come forward, but discussions are still in their infancy.
She ruled out the possibility of transitioning to an online edition, emphasising her desire to see the Nagaland Page brand continue, albeit with the necessary financial support, Morung Express report added.