Amaravati Literature Festival
October 22 @ 9:00 am - October 24 @ 5:00 pm
The Department of Literature and Languages is organising the Amaravati Literature Festival (ALF), a premier cultural event dedicated to celebrating literature, arts, and intellectual discourse. It is an annual celebration that transforms the cultural landscape of the region. Scheduled for October 22-24, 2025, ALF brings together renowned authors, thought leaders, artists, and enthusiastic audiences from across India and beyond. Over three days, the festival hosts a diverse array of events including author discussions, book launches, poetry readings, workshops, and cultural performances. Our mission is to foster a love for literature, promote critical thinking, and provide a platform for emerging and established voices. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive environment that engages all age groups and backgrounds. Beyond the literary sessions, ALF integrates art installations, local craft exhibitions, and culinary experiences, making it a holistic cultural extravaganza. Our commitment extends to community engagement, with outreach programs designed to bring the joy of reading to underserved communities.
Events
● Panels: Join thought-provoking panel discussions where celebrated authors, critics, and media voices dive into today’s most exciting cultural debates. From literature and popular fiction to films, media, graphic narratives, politics and much more — these sessions promise lively conversations that spark ideas, challenge perspectives, and inspire action.
● Book Talks and Book Launch: Step into the world of stories with our vibrant book talks and launches. Hear bestselling and emerging authors reveal the passion behind their pages, enjoy live readings, and be the first to engage with fresh literary voices. A perfect space for book lovers to connect, discover, and celebrate new writing.
● Workshop: Level up your skills with our interactive workshops designed for students, professionals, and enthusiasts alike! Explore the art of creative writing, sharpen your communication abilities, master academic writing, unlock the power of AI in classrooms, and ace interviews with confidence. Practical, hands-on, and unforgettable.
● Competitions: Celebrate creativity and talent at our school competitions! Budding poets, debaters, photographers and artists will showcase their originality and passion while competing for top honours. With themes that inspire imagination and critical thought, these events promise to spark young voices and future storytellers.
Commitment to Sustainability
The Amaravati Literature Festival proudly aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals — SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). By fostering inclusive dialogues, empowering learners through workshops, celebrating diverse voices, and building networks across communities, the festival positions itself as more than a literary event — it is a step toward creating a more equitable, sustainable, and collaborative future.