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05 February 2025
🖊️Roopsa Ganguly The much-anticipated Kolkata Literature Festival (KLF) 2025 is set to captivate literary enthusiasts as it returns with its 9th edition at the International Kolkata Book Fair (IKBF). The festival will run from February 6 to February 8 at Boimela Prangan, Karunamoyee, Salt Lake, Kolkata, promising an array of engaging discussions, cultural performances, and meet-ups with celebrated authors from India and across the globe. A press conference was held recently to officially announce the festival’s schedule and highlights. The International Kolkata Book Fair, one of Asia’s largest literary gatherings, has been an annual celebration of books since its inception in 1976. As an integral part of this legacy, the Kolkata Literature Festival continues to bring literature lovers closer to their favorite authors, expanding its horizons to include international literary conversations. KLF remains one of the few literature festivals worldwide that takes place within a grand book fair, making it a unique platform that blends popular and academic literary discourses. Over the years, it has welcomed legendary literary figures such as the late Nirendranath Chakraborty, Sankha Ghosh, Graeme Macrae Burnet, and Val McDermid. This year, the festival promises an equally stellar lineup of speakers, panelists, and performers. The 9th edition of the Kolkata Literature Festival will host interactive sessions featuring eminent authors, poets, and thinkers. Discussions will cover a wide range of topics, including contemporary literature, global storytelling trends, Bengali literary heritage, and the evolving role of literature in the digital age. Attendees can look forward to book launches, poetry readings, and insightful conversations with literary icons. The festival will also feature cultural performances, bringing a multidimensional experience to visitors. Folk performances, musical renditions, and theatrical adaptations of literary works are expected to be among the key attractions. What sets the Kolkata Literature Festival apart is its commitment to fostering literary dialogue between Indian and international authors. The festival serves as a bridge for cultural exchange, allowing readers to explore diverse perspectives and genres. With a growing emphasis on regional literature, the event also champions the voices of upcoming Bengali and Indian writers, ensuring a balanced blend of traditional and contemporary storytelling. For bibliophiles, aspiring writers, and literary connoisseurs, the Kolkata Literature Festival 2025 is an unmissable event. With a rich lineup of discussions, performances, and interactive sessions, the festival is poised to uphold Kolkata’s reputation as the literary capital of India. As the city gears up to host yet another unforgettable edition of this grand literary spectacle, book lovers have every reason to mark their calendars. When: February 6-8, 2025 Where: Boimela Prangan, Karunamoyee, Salt Lake, Kolkata Timings: 2 PM – 8 PM Stay tuned for more updates from Kolkata Literature Festival 2025! 