Dehradun Literature Festival (8th)

The Dehradun Literature Festival is an annual literary festival held in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India, which began in 2017. The festival hosts authors, poets, artists, filmmakers, and scholars who participate in discussions, workshops, and book launches, focusing on literature and cultural dialogue.

Language

English

Genres

general lit, dark fantasy, kids

Format

in-person

Duration (days)

3

Next edition

27–29 Nov 2026

Audience

Notable attendees included Krishan Kant Paul, the Governor of Uttarakhand, spiritual leader Sadhguru, author Ruskin Bond, filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar, actress Sharmila Tagore, Soha Ali Khan, Lillete Dubey, and actor Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub.

Age policy

all ages with an opportunity to gain recognition on a platform that

Language notes

Listed working language: English

Genre notes

Primary focus: general lit; Also listed: dark fantasy, kids

Programme

The festival hosts authors, poets, artists, filmmakers, and scholars who participate in discussions, workshops, and book launches, focusing on literature and cultural dialogue.

Awards

An award in memory of writer Gaura Pant (Shivani) was presented to Ankita Jain for her contributions to Hindi literature.

Past guests

Krishan Kant Paul, spiritual leader Sadhguru, author Ruskin Bond, filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar, actress Sharmila Tagore, Soha Ali Khan, Lillete Dubey, actor Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub

Past editions

1962, 1965, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024

Festival site