Shillong Literary Festival Opens Amid Cherry Blossoms at Ward's Lake

The sixth edition of the Shillong Literary Festival will kick off this week at Ward’s Lake, a popular spot in Shillong known for its scenic beauty. The opening ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, with a lineup of authors, poets and cultural performers expected to draw a large crowd.\n\nThe venue’s cherry blossoms, which have been in full bloom since early March, provide a picturesque backdrop for the literary celebrations. Organisers have highlighted the festival’s focus on promoting regional literature and encouraging dialogue between writers and readers.\n\nThe event, which runs through the weekend, aims to showcase both established and emerging voices from Meghalaya and beyond, offering workshops, panel discussions and book launches in a relaxed, natural setting.