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11th & 12th Jan 2025, Sat-Sun
 Jodhpur Park Durga Puja Grounds, Kolkata, West Bengal
11:30am onwards


OPEN ENTRY FOR ALL VISITORS

Introducing Our Partners for KLC2025:
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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

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After the grand success of KLC2023 & KLC2024 with authors, writers, musicians, book lovers, film artists, academicians, artists and those alike visiting from across the country, 3rd Kolkata International Literary Carnival 2025 is set to be even larger spread over 2 days in January 2025.

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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

4000+

ATTENDEES

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PROJECT RELEASES

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BOOK LAUNCHES

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TALK SHOWS

20+

OPEN MIC

Guests of Honour

Delegates Attending

Ms Rajlakshmi SyamWomens Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Ms Gitanjali Alagh Jolly, Spotlite Events
Ms Shagufta HanaphieSHE Events
Ms Bratati BhattacharyyaUniversal Education Equity Foundation

Itinerary

11th Jan'25 : 11:30 am onwards

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Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1pVQAqsGkjBb8cmm8

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Venue: Jodhpur Park Durga Puja Grounds, Kolkata

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Opening Session

Storytelling & Narrative Poetry by Debanjali Nag

Poetry Composition by Sarbajit Choudhury

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Lunch Break (1:30pm to 2:00pm)

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Creative Writing Memorabilia

Selected Animation Film Screenings

Premium Collection Book Releases & Photo Sessions

Book Launch by Aryan Majumdarā€‹

Talkshow by Anangsha Alammyan

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5:00pm - Prime Time

Lamp Lighting & National Anthem

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Premier: Chatshow with Mr. Savio Mascarenhas (Group Art Director & TEDx Speaker) and Rishabh Dubey (Sci-Fi Author & Creator)

Topic: Evolution of the Characters of Amar Chitra Katha over time & Impact of Digital media

Followed by QnA and Amar Chitra Katha book signing by Mr. Savio Mascarenhas

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Book Launch by Meenal Dighe (Author of Guilty in Gwailor)ā€‹ā€‹

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Premier: Fireside Chat with Mr. Pranav Gupta (Secretary General, The Federation of Indian Publishers), Dr. Debanjan Chakrabarti (Director, East and North East India, British Council) and Prof Dr. Soujanya Pudi (Head, Language and Communications, Social Entrepreneur) moderated by Mr. Sanjai Banerji (Best Seller Author & Host)
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Premier: Keynote Speech by Mr Shahanshah Mirza (IRS Officer, GST Dept. Min of Finance)

Premier: Keynote Speech by Mr Om Prakash Gupta (IPS (Retd), Ex-Inspector General of Police, Kolkata

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Talkshow by Aurobindo Ghosh (Author of Tales of Mahabharat, Ramayana, Yudh Shastra and many more)

Talkshow by Sankalita Roy (Author of Olive Green)

Talkshow by Mitrajit Biswas (Author of The Knifepoint)

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Author Awards Felicitation

Musical Night with "Delve with Fusion"

Networking Dinner

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12th Jan'25 : 11:30 am onwards

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Awardee Open Session

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CLC Award Felicitations

Creaā€‹tive Writing Memorabilia

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Networking Lunch (1:30pm to 2:30pm)

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Poetry Composition by Hussainul Rahman

Panel Discussion - The Evolution of Storytelling: From Classics to Contemporary Literature

Panel Members - Kuntala Bhattacharya, Sanjai Banerji, Sharada Ghosh 

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Singing Performance by Heaverina RC

Panel Discussion - Cross-Cultural Storytelling: How Globalization Impacts Literature

Panel Members -  Debanjali Nag, Dr. Aurobindo Ghosh, Anish Kanjilal

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Singing Performance by Gairik Dasgupta

Panel Discussion - Books as Catalysts for Social Change

Panel Members -  Dr. Mainak Ghosal, Soumeek Chowdhuri

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Panels are moderated by Sarbajit Chowdhury

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Singing/Karaoke by Ishan Bbx and Co 

Singing Performance by Sankha Subhra Chatterjee

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Open Marketplaces & Exhibition Stalls will be operating throughout the program

What do our Authors say?

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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."

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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."

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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."

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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 2024

Glimpses of KLC 2023

Music Nights

Talk Shows

Book Launches

Award Felicitations

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Literary Award Winners KLC2024

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Join Us

Leading the way in celebrating the written and spoken word, we invite you to join us in the Kolkata Literary Carnival 2025.

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