To revive India’s literary and cultural heritage, the Saraswati Literary Fest 2025 was inaugurated with grandeur today at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Hyderabad, on the auspicious occasion of Vyasa Purnima. The fest is being organized by the Varma Foundation, in collaboration with Amaravani Foundation and Jignasa Foundation.
Dedicated to nurturing Indian literary traditions, indigenous knowledge systems, and youth creativity, this two-day event is designed to be much more than a literary gathering — it’s a movement to inspire students through art, literature, heritage, and expression.
What Happened on Day 1?
The festival opened with an array of thought-provoking and vibrant programs, including:
- From Tradition to Progress: The relevance of Indian Knowledge Systems in the 21st Century
- From Scripts to Screens: The evolution of storytelling in cinema and entertainment
- Stories, Skills & Sustainability: Navigating narratives in the digital age
- Panchatantra Storytelling and literary debates
- Puppet shows and exhibitions on oral storytelling traditions (supported by Telangana Language and Culture Department)
These sessions received enthusiastic participation from students, scholars, and culture lovers alike.
Cultural Highlights
Visitors witnessed:
- Student rallies dressed as mythological and literary characters
- Open mic performances, youth poetry, and spoken word sessions
- Cultural quizzes, exhibitions, and panel discussions on how Indian knowledge systems offer global solutions
Guests of Honour
The event was inaugurated by Hon’ble Governor of Telangana, Sri Jishnu Dev Varma, in the presence of:
- Padma Shri BVR Mohan Reddy
- Actor Sree Vishnu
- JNTU Registrar Venkateshwar Rao
- RSS leader Ale Shyam Ji
- And hundreds of students, authors, and artists from across Hyderabad
A Vision for Cultural Revival
Varma Foundation Chairman Sri P.U.N. Varma addressed the gathering:
“This isn’t just about books. Saraswati Literary Fest is a sacred cultural yajna — a platform for expression, discussion, and revival of Indian ethos. Every literature enthusiast should participate and keep this fire alive.”
Organisers from Amaravani Foundation and Jignasa Foundation added that the festival will continue with even more interactive sessions, performances, and storytelling programs on Day 2.
