Uncover the profound impact of faith on societal progress in Northeast India. This insightful study meticulously examines the Sumi Baptist Church’s vital role in shaping the emerging socio-economic landscape of Nagaland. Delve into how Christian missions influenced societal transformations, rural development, and cultural dynamics within Naga society. It offers a unique perspective on the intersection of religion and development in a vibrant Indian region. Essential for scholars, students of Indian studies, sociology, religious history, and anyone fascinated by the evolving socio-economic narratives of Northeast India. A must-read for understanding contemporary Nagaland.