English Museum to Repatriate Naga Ancestral Remains
· India · New York Times, Hindustan Times
The Pitt Rivers Museum in Oxford has confirmed it will return the skeletal remains of Indigenous Naga people to their homeland in India. These remains were acquired during the British colonial era and have been held in the museum's collection for decades. Formal repatriation efforts began six years ago following requests from Naga community representatives. The museum is currently working with the Forum for Naga Reconciliation to facilitate the transfer. The exact date for the return of the remains has not been publicly announced.
Why it matters
This repatriation marks a significant step in addressing the colonial-era legacy of human remains held in Western institutions, directly impacting the Naga community's efforts to reclaim their ancestral heritage.
Read the original report — New York Times
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