14th Feb 2026, Saturday
Ukiyoto House, Indian Coffee House Building, Kolkata, West Bengal
4:30 pm to 8 pm
15th Feb 2026, Sunday
Satyajit Ray Auditorium, ICCR, Ho Chi Minh Sarani, Kolkata, West Bengal
9:30 am to 2 pm
Kolkata Social, Park Street, Kolkata, West Bengal
After Party, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
OPEN ENTRY FOR ALL VISITORS AT UKIYOTO HOUSE, INDIAN COFFEE HOUSE & ICCR KOLKATA
Our Partners for KLC2026:
Knowledge Partner: The Federation of Indian Publishers
Program Partner: NSHM Centre for Language & Communication
Promotional Partner: Conqor Ventures LLC
Our Partners for KLC2025:
Knowledge Partner: The Federation of Indian Publishers & Amar Chitra Katha
Support Partners: Incredible India Ministry of Tourism, Govt of India
Program Partner: NSHM Centre for Language & Communication
Event Partner: Shagufta Hanaphie Events
Promotional Partner: Conqor Ventures LLC
Venue Partner: Jodhpur Park Institute
Meet Our Partners & Sponsors from KLC2024:
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About the Festival
After the grand success of KLC2023, KLC2024 & KLC2025 with authors, writers, musicians, book lovers, film artists, academicians, artists and those alike visiting from across the country, 4th Kolkata International Literary Carnival 2026 is set to be even larger spread over 2 days in February 2026.
To be held in the City of Joy, this carnival promises an abundance of book launches, film screenings, talk shows, gala dinner nights, networking meets, vibrant marketplaces and meetups with eminent dignitaries alongside rising literary stars in a culturally charged atmosphere. It is going to be an illustrious literary extravaganza; is certainly not one to miss.
“They who dream by day are cognizant of many things which escape those who dream by night.”
~ Edgar Allan Poe
2000+
ATTENDEES
20+
PROJECT RELEASES
5+
BOOK LAUNCHES
10+
TALK SHOWS
20+
OPEN MIC
Guests of Honour in KLC2026
Mr Suman Mukhopadhyay
Indian Theatre & Film Director
National Award Winner for Regional Film; Recipient of Hubert Bals Fund
Prof Dr. Soujanya Pudi
Head, Language and Communications, NSHM, Social Entrepreneur
Mr Shahanshah Mirza
IRS officer, GST department of the Ministry of Finance, Descendant of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah
Mr Pranav Gupta
Vice President, The Federation of Indian Publishers, Entrepreneur, Publisher, Nationalist, Leader, Author
Mr S V Raman
All India General Secretary (Ex) of the Federation of Film Societies of India,
Programme Consultant at Victoria Memorial Museum,
Ex- Cultural Head, Goether-Institut, Kolkata
Mr Om Prakash Gupta
IPS (Retd), Ex-Inspector General of Police, Kolkata
Dr. Parthasarathi Chakraborthy
Director-cum-Professor at MCKVIE
MBA, LLM, PhD, Fellow IETE
Guests of Honour in KLC2025
Itinerary
14th Feb'26 - 15th Feb'26
14th Feb'26 : 4:30 pm to 8 pm
Venue: Ukiyoto House, Indian Coffee House Building, Kolkata
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Where Art meets Literature
Talkshow by Kuntala Bhattacharya
Talkshow by Rajat Chandra Sarma
Talkshow by Ambica Mishra
Talkshow by Prodipta Soni
Talkshow by Mandira Mazumder
Booklaunch by Devajit Bhuyan
Talkshow by Dr. Nazia Sheikh
Talkshow by Aryan Majumder
Talkshow by Sarbajit Chowdhury
Open Market & Networking
15th Feb'26 : 9:30 am to 2 pm
Venue: Satyajit Ray Auditorium, ICCR, Ho Chi Minh Sarani, Kolkata
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Lamp Lighting & National Anthem
Guest of Honour Speeches
Photo Session for authors of BHARAT
Felicitation of 11th International Literary Awardees - Part I
Release of the book, DEVI - The Supreme Power
Panel Discussion: The Impact of Technology on Writing: AI tools, virtual reality, and interactive storytelling
Release of India's First Historical Manga by Sanjai Banerji
Panel Discussion: Poetry as a tool for Social Change: Addressing current issues through verse
Felicitation of 11th International Literary Awardees - Part II
Talkshow by Kajari Guha
Felicitation of 3rd Sueños Excellence Art Awardees
Closing Notes
Afterparty Dinner Night : 6:30 pm to 10 pm
Venue: Kolkata Social, Park Street, Kolkata
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Networking Gala Dinner and Get-together
What do our Authors say?
Saudamini Mishra
Author
"A carnival celebrating the exchange of words and art, adding to the dispersion of culture across a wide demography— this is how I'd describe KLC 2024. It provided the perfect platform for authors and creators to put forth their ideas, share their artistry and meet like-minded people. Here is looking forward to more of such initiatives."
Binoy Gupta
Author
"KLC2024 was a unique event organized by Ukiyoto. It gave opportunity to authors and the book trade to meet together and engage in fruitful discussions. Looking forward to KLC2025."
Kajari Guha
Author
"KLC2024 was a stepping stone for budding writers like me. A celebration of literary talent and creativity, KLC2024 highlighted the talents of the writers who dedicated themselves to their art. Igniting inspiration and provoking contemplation, the event served as a mirror for the writers to peep into their inner worlds and was a meaningful acknowledgement of their contributions. This was an eternal journey that will ever be remembered."
Moumita De
Author
"The KLC 2024 program of Ukiyoto publication stands out as a beacon of literary excellence. With its diverse range of voices and perspectives, it offers a captivating journey through the minds and hearts of talented authors. From poignant poetry to gripping prose, each piece is a power of storytelling. Ukiyoto publication's commitment to fostering creativity and nurturing emerging talents shines through the compelling anthologies.
KLC 2024 is not just a collection of words, but a celebration of imagination and expression that leaves a lasting impression on its readers."
Glimpses of KLC 2025
Glimpses of KLC 2024
Glimpses of KLC 2023
Music Nights
Talk Shows
Book Launches
Award Felicitations
