Celebrate the
Legacy of Words
Explore the World Between the Lines and Rhythms
The Nalanda Literature Festival celebrates the prolificacy of languages, literature, and global cultural collaboration, rooted in the ancient ethos of Nalanda.
Legacy
Reviving and honoring the classical and contemporary languages and literary traditions of India, rooted in the ancient ethos of Nalanda.
Language
Encouraging regional, national, and global literary exchanges, with a special spotlight on the rich heritage of Bihar and the Northeast.
Literature
Building an inclusive platform where diverse voices, from ancient folklore to future-forward writing, find their audience and inspiration.
Inspiring a cultural
renaissance rooted in
the ancient ethos
of Nalanda, a global
center of learning.
Vision Statement
To become a beacon of cultural renaissance by celebrating the prolificacy of languages, literature, and global cultural collaboration.
Diaspora Focus
Routes to Roots: Celebrating literary and cultural connections of Indian-origin communities abroad through a global diaspora exchange.
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Meet Our Organizing Team
and Eminent Guests
Padma Vibhushan Dr. Sonal Mansingh
Chairperson
Adoor Gopalakrishnan
Member Organizing Committee
Sachchidanand Joshi
Member Organizing Committee
D. Aaliya
Festival Chairperson
Harshvardhan Neotia
Festival Advisor
Dr. Pankaj KP Shreyaskar
Festival Advisor
Ganga Kumar
Festival Director
Sanjay Kumar
Executive Director
Vinod Anupam
Member Executive Committee
Rajiv Ranjan Dwivedi
Member
Vinay Kumar
Member
F. Azzam
Festival Coordinator
Anirudh Sharma
Member
Vineet Mishra
Marketing & IT Head
Harmit Singh Chawla
Member
Why Join Nalanda Literature Festival?
Engage with Authors, Poets, and Thinkers
Experience a confluence of literary luminaries, emerging voices, and global diasporas in the historic city of Rajgir.
Cultural Tourism
Explore the land of Mahavir and Buddha while enjoying literary dialogues.
Future Voices
An inclusive platform where diverse voices from folklore to future-forward writing find their audience.
Questions You Need
Answered?
How can I register for NLF 2025?
Online Registration
You can register through our official website by filling out the registration form. Entry is free but mandatory for all sessions to ensure a seat.
What are the festival dates and venue?
Dates & Venue
The festival will take place from 21-25 December, 2025 at the Rajgir Convention Centre, Nalanda, Bihar.
Who are the speakers this year?
Eminent Speakers
We have a lineup of eminent authors, poets, and thinkers from across India and the globe. Please check our 'Speakers' page for more details.
How can I volunteer?
Volunteer Program
Join the incredible NLF community by serving as a volunteer. Visit our volunteer registration page to apply.
Explore the World Between the Lines and Rhythms
The Nalanda Literature Festival is a prestigious cultural and literary event celebrating language, legacy, and literature in the historic land of Rajgir, Bihar.
Legacy
Core
Honoring ancient traditions of Nalanda and the classical wisdom of Indian literature.
Language
Core
Promoting regional dialects and national languages through vibrant literary dialogues.
Literature
Core
Connecting contemporary writers and global diasporas to shape a new cultural narrative.
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