The two-day Shillong Literary Festival (LitFest) to be held on November 18-19 at Ward’s Lake will witness the presence of acclaimed novelists and writers of the likes of Shobhaa De and Jerry Pinto.
The two-day event will also feature literary luminaries Vikram Seth alongside noted Meghalaya poet Kynpham Sing Nongkynrih.
Tickets are available at Ward’s Lake counter and are priced at just Rs 100. School students will get free entry with a valid school identity card. This year marks the 4th edition of the Shillong Literary Festival as it celebrates art, literature and culture bringing together writers, poets, and literature enthusiasts. This festival provides writers and like-minded groups a platform to share their work and connect with readers.
The Shillong Literary Festival 2024 aims to promote and celebrate the rich literary heritage of the region. This festival will foster intellectual dialogue and discourse, inspire young people to pursue their creative aspirations and contribute to tourism and economic development in the region.
By celebrating the region’s literary heritage, the event features book launches, author talks, panel discussions, poetry recitals, and workshops.