Nagaland is set to host its first dedicated technology, gaming and innovation expo, the Tech & Gaming Expo (TXG) 2026, on August 28 and 29 at the NBCC Convention Hall in Kohima. Organised by the Nagaland E-Sports Society (NES) in collaboration with the Government of Nagaland, the two-day event aims to bring together competitive gaming, game development, technology, education, careers and the creator economy on a single platform.
Billed as the state’s first professional technology and gaming expo, TXG 2026 seeks to connect esports with game development, technology exhibitions, career opportunities, education and digital entrepreneurship. The organisers said the event is envisioned as an annual platform that will help position Nagaland as an emerging gaming and innovation hub in the Northeast.
The expo has been designed as a multidisciplinary event combining competitive gaming with technology showcases, career guidance, innovation, entrepreneurship and creative performances. The technologies driving modern gaming, such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing and real-time graphics, are also powering the wider digital economy. By bringing together students, developers, startups, creators, employers and government stakeholders, the expo aims to create opportunities for skill development, mentorship, networking and industry exposure within the state.
The event will feature three major competitive gaming categories, each offering a prize pool of Rs 1 lakh. These include the Inter-College Championship for colleges across Nagaland, an Open MOBA 5v5 tournament on Mobile Legends, and a series of mini tournaments featuring EA Sports FC 26, Clash Royale, Tekken 8, Dirt Rally 2.0, Street Fighter 6 and Ludo King. Beyond esports competitions, the expo will host a Game Development Showcase, where local developers and students can present their projects, technology demonstrations and innovation concepts.
Visitors can also experience interactive gaming zones, product showcases and technology exhibitions, while a cosplay competition featuring costume contests, performances and photo zones will add a creative element to the event. The expo will also include an innovation hub and dedicated networking spaces for startups, creators, exhibitors and vendors.
TXG 2026 is supported by various departments of the Government of Nagaland and institutional partners, including the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), NIELIT, YouthNet, NE8 and Nagaland Tourism. Registration for participants, exhibitors, vendors and cosplayers is open through the official website, www.txg-nagaland.com.
