Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 22: The third edition of the Chitkara Lit Fest organized by Chitkara University concluded today.
Spanning three days, across Chitkara University’s Himachal Pradesh and Punjab campuses, culminating in a grand finale at Chitkara International School.
The festival featured an impressive lineup of speakers, panel discussions, book signings and engaging performances.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Madhu Chitkara, Pro-Chancellor, Chitkara University said, “Chitkara Lit Fest has become a platform where ideas take flight, stories find new meaning and literature becomes a powerful force of connection and inspiration. Seeing the enthusiasm of students, faculty and the literary community reaffirms our commitment to fostering dialogue, creativity and intellectual exchange. ”
“The Fest has become a vital space for intellectual exchange and artistic expression. It is heartening to see such an enthusiastic response from students, educators and literary stalwarts alike. This festival is more than just a gathering of great minds, it is a movement that fosters creativity, inspires dialogue and builds a strong literary culture. We are committed to continuing this journey and further elevating the stature of the Chitkara Lit Fest in the years to come,” she added.
The festival featured a diverse array of distinguished voices, with acclaimed personalities such as Kalki Koechlin, Shobhaa De, Lisa Ray, Neelesh Misra, Sandhya Mridul and Divya Prakash Dubey captivating audiences with insightful discussions and powerful storytelling.
On the first two days, the festival was attended by students, scholars and faculty, while the grand finale welcomed literature enthusiasts from across the region, including alumni, parents, teachers, industry partners, academic collaborators and key stakeholders.
The open-to-public event at Chitkara International School created an atmosphere where literature lovers, aspiring writers and creative thinkers engaged in dialogue, discovery and celebration of the written and spoken word.
The festival reaffirmed its role as a dynamic platform for literary and cultural engagement.
It left attendees inspired, invigorated and eager for the next chapter in this journey of words and ideas.
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