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Shillong Literary Festival slated for November 2024 returns with fresh voices
✍️ Syllad
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 01:46 PM
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The Shillong Literary Festival is set to resume this November, featuring new authors and a vibrant program of books and cultural events.
Shillong, Meghalaya – The annual Shillong Literary Festival will be held again in November 2024, marking its return after a brief hiatus. Organized by local cultural bodies, the three‑day event is scheduled to take place across several venues in the city, including the historic Shillong Town Hall and the scenic Ward's Lake grounds.
The festival’s theme this year emphasizes "new voices" alongside the region’s love for literature and nature, promising a mix of book launches, panel discussions, poetry readings and garden‑inspired installations. Emerging writers from across the Northeast and beyond are slated to share their work, offering audiences fresh perspectives.
Organisers expect a sizable turnout of readers, scholars and tourists, underscoring the festival’s role in promoting Shillong’s reputation as a cultural hub. Sponsors and local authorities have pledged support to ensure a safe and engaging experience for all participants.
The lineup also includes workshops for aspiring writers, book stalls featuring regional publishers, and performances that blend literary art with local music. The event aims to foster dialogue between established authors and newcomers, reinforcing Shillong’s vibrant literary community.
The Shillong Literary Festival continues to be a cornerstone of the city’s cultural calendar, drawing attention to the Northeast’s literary talent and its unique blend of tradition and modernity.
The festival’s theme this year emphasizes "new voices" alongside the region’s love for literature and nature, promising a mix of book launches, panel discussions, poetry readings and garden‑inspired installations. Emerging writers from across the Northeast and beyond are slated to share their work, offering audiences fresh perspectives.
Organisers expect a sizable turnout of readers, scholars and tourists, underscoring the festival’s role in promoting Shillong’s reputation as a cultural hub. Sponsors and local authorities have pledged support to ensure a safe and engaging experience for all participants.
The lineup also includes workshops for aspiring writers, book stalls featuring regional publishers, and performances that blend literary art with local music. The event aims to foster dialogue between established authors and newcomers, reinforcing Shillong’s vibrant literary community.
The Shillong Literary Festival continues to be a cornerstone of the city’s cultural calendar, drawing attention to the Northeast’s literary talent and its unique blend of tradition and modernity.