Kohima, Dec. 27 -- Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and music maestro AR Rahman on Friday announced plans to establish the 'Naga International Studio,' a state-of-the-art music and creative facility in Kohima.

Conceptualised by Rahman, the studio will house state-of-the-art recording facilities, a performance auditorium, and comprehensive creative infrastructure, according to a press statement.

Expressing his gratitude, Rahman said, "Nagaland has a rare musical soul which is honest, original, and deeply rooted in its culture. The Naga International Studio is envisioned as a space where this heritage can meet world-class creativity, allowing young artists from the region to collaborate, experiment, and create music that resonates not ju...