Elpro International School organises SAAHITYA - Pune’s Biggest Literary Festival

The fiveday literary festival Saahitya 2025 held at Elpro International School Phase 1 Hinjawadi concluded on Republic Day ie 26th January 2025 leaving its mark as one of the most vibrant celebrations of literature and culture in recent memory With an array of sessions performances workshops and a book fair Saahitya offered a space for creativity intellect and cultural exchange captivating attendees from all walks of lifeThe Saahitya festival strategized by Elpro International School featured key collaborations with Mojo Media amp Entertainment as the Event Partner Lokmat as the Media Partner Crossword as the Book Partner Elpro City Square as the Community Partner Fever FM as the Radio Partner and Spic Macay as the Cultural PartnerA special highlight of the festival was the grand book fair hosted by Crossword which was open throughout the five days from January 22 to 26 From 1100 AM to 900 PM daily the fair welcomed readers to explore a wide range of books across genres making it a haven for book enthusiasts and casual readers alikeThe festival opened on January 22 with a spectacular inauguration ceremony that set the tone for the days ahead Literary enthusiasts were thrilled by an engaging session with the celebrated author Ankur Warikoo whose insights and experiences drew a packed audience The evening concluded with a soulstirring performance by the Wadali Brothers whose melodic tunes left the audience in awe making the first evening a perfect blend of intellectual and artistic delightAs the festival continued it delved deeper into interactive and cultural experiences On the second day an exciting Quiz Session hosted by Skillsphere brought a competitive edge to the festival while Arvind Jagtap charmed the crowd with his session titled Selfie filled with wit and storytelling The highlight of the evening was Vaarasa Paramparecha a mesmerizing performance by Team Vaarasa that celebrated the beauty of Marathi literature and musicThe team led by poet Vaibhav Joshi featured the remarkable talents of anchor Milind Kulkarni vocalists Nagesh Adgaonkar and Madhura Datar and instrumentalists Vikram Bhat on the tabla Apoorv Dravid on pakhawaj dholak and dholki Uddhav Kumbhar on percussion Nilesh Deshpande on the flute and Kedar Paranjpe on the keyboard Their harmonious performance left the audience deeply moved and proud of their cultural heritageThe third day brought a delightful mix of learning and artistic expression A workshop and competition organized by Amar Chitra Katha revived timeless stories for a new generation engaging children and adults alike Author Akshat Gupta delivered a compelling session redefining Indian mythology as ldquoSatyalogyrdquo and asserting that the yugas were historical events not myths He also emphasized the importance of innovative education in shaping young minds Beyond his profound insights Guptarsquos humility shone through as he warmly engaged with fans proving that success and kindness go hand in hand The day concluded on a poetic note as the renowned Ashok Chakradhar enthralled the audience with his evocative recitation leaving everyone spellboundOn the fourth day Saahitya embraced creativity in full bloom An open mic session provided a platform for budding artists and writers to share their voices while a Scrabble competition added a playful twist to the literary atmosphere Shabnam Minwalla captivated readers during her author session inspiring many with her literary journey Later in the evening the Character Parade brought beloved literary figures to life filling the venue with color imagination and energyThe festival culminated in a grand finale celebrating the richness of art and literature The evening began with a lively Literary Tambola session followed by a graceful Kathakali performance by Renjini Suresh and Team which mesmerized the audience Manoj Muntashir Shukla in his powerful author session spoke passionately about the greatness of India lauding its cultural diversity historical depth and literary wealth He urged the audience to take pride in Indias rich heritage and to carry forward its legacy with pride His speech filled with patriotic fervor and optimism resonated deeply with the audience The night reached its peak with a captivating performance by Mame Khan whose powerful voice and stage presence had the audience swaying to his Rajasthani folk music blended with contemporary beats From soulful traditional songs to highenergy tracks Mame Khanrsquos ability to engage the crowd encouraging singalongs and claps made the concert a celebration His heartfelt gratitude and personal anecdotes about his music added a special touch making the performance unforgettableSaahitya 2025 was more than just a festival it was a celebration of ideas stories and cultural heritage With its thoughtfully curated events stellar lineup of authors performers and artists and robust partnerships it left an indelible mark on the hearts of its attendees Saahitya truly lived up to its promise of being Punersquos biggest literary festival

Elpro International School organises SAAHITYA - Pune’s Biggest Literary Festival

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