Nagaland honors football legend Dr. Talimeren Ao with documentary and tribute song

Commemorative efforts are underway in Nagaland to honor the legacy of legendary Indian footballer and Olympian Dr. Talimeren Ao. A new tribute song, written by Supong Jamir and composed by Jonathan Lemtur and Apang Aier, was released in Mokokchung on September 25 to inspire younger generations through his story of excellence.

Additionally, a documentary titled ‘Son of Nagaland,’ directed by Kilangtemsu Imsong and presented by the Mokokchung District Football Association, was released in Kohima on September 24. During the release, Nagaland’s Minister of Tourism and Higher Education, Temjen Imna Along, announced several initiatives to preserve Dr. Ao’s history. These include a yearly lecture and discourse series to be launched at Fazl Ali College on January 28, 2025, in collaboration with the Nagaland Football Association and the MDFA.

Further tributes will include featuring Dr. Ao’s photographs and reports in the 2026 Hornbill Magazine, coinciding with the Silver Jubilee Edition of the Dr. T Ao Inter-District Football Tournament.