With Dimapur being a commercial hub, there are many non-Nagas (Marwaris, Biharis, Nepalis) living in Nagaland. Romantic storylines here are the most dangerous and dramatic. A Naga girl falling in love with a "Dkhar" (a term loosely used for non-tribal mainlanders) is often the ultimate taboo. These narratives are tragic—featuring ostracization, threats to the non-Naga partner, and often, the couple leaving the state altogether. These stories highlight the xenophobia that still exists, but also the power of love to challenge deep-seated prejudices.