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Darjeeling Literature Festival kicks off with curtain‑raiser ahead of its 2025 debut
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🗓 12 Oct 2026, 11:32 AM
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The Darjeeling Literature Festival organized a curtain‑raiser event in the hill town, signalling the start of preparations for its first edition slated for next year.
Darjeeling, West Bengal – A curtain‑raiser ceremony marking the launch of the Darjeeling Literature Festival was held in the town, heralding the festival’s inaugural edition scheduled for next year.
The event was organised by the festival’s founding committee and drew participation from local writers, publishers and cultural officials, who highlighted the region’s rich literary tradition.
Organisers said the festival aims to provide a platform for emerging voices, foster reading habits and celebrate the diverse cultural fabric of the Eastern Himalayas.
Speeches underscored the potential of the festival to boost cultural tourism and encourage literary exchange across the region.
Authorities expressed optimism that the upcoming edition will strengthen Darjeeling’s reputation as a hub for literary and artistic activities.
The event was organised by the festival’s founding committee and drew participation from local writers, publishers and cultural officials, who highlighted the region’s rich literary tradition.
Organisers said the festival aims to provide a platform for emerging voices, foster reading habits and celebrate the diverse cultural fabric of the Eastern Himalayas.
Speeches underscored the potential of the festival to boost cultural tourism and encourage literary exchange across the region.
Authorities expressed optimism that the upcoming edition will strengthen Darjeeling’s reputation as a hub for literary and artistic activities.