Bhubaneswar, Nov 9: The 10th edition of the Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) with the theme 'Legends of Ancient Bharat and Beyond: Inspiring Lived Experience in the 21st Century', will be kick-started from February 9 2024 in Bhubaneswar.

Over 300 esteemed speakers, including poets, musicians, artists, and performers are all set to grace the festival, which will take place till February 11.

With sessions ranging from democracy to digital revolutions, and from cultural nationalism to climate justice, "the festival promises to be a kaleidoscope of thought-provoking dialogue," read a statement.

It will also celebrate the intricate relationships between literature and liberty, the ethos of a republic, the kaleidoscope of cultural diversity, and the pillars of social equity.

Over 30 new literary works and scholarly monographs will also be unveiled during the festival.

Sharing more details about the festival, Rashmi Ranjan Parida, the founder director of KLF said, "Within the heart of the 10th Edition of the Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF), we engage with 'Legends of Ancient Bharat and Beyond: Inspiring Lived Experience in the 21st Century,' a theme that is particularly poignant as India emerges as a pivotal global power."

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