Literature Festival to Be Held in Raipur Next Month; Over 100 Authors From Across India to Gather — CM Vishnudev Sai Unveils Festival Logo

“The Literature Festival will give Chhattisgarh a new identity” – Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai

Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai today unveiled the logo of the upcoming Raipur Literature Festival at his residence office. With the beginning of the new year, Chhattisgarh is once again ready to immerse itself in a vibrant literary atmosphere. The Raipur Literature Festival will be held in Nava Raipur from 23 to 25 January, where more than 100 renowned authors from across the country will participate. This event was envisioned by Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai as part of the state’s silver jubilee year celebrations, and it is now becoming a reality.

On this occasion, the Chief Minister’s Media Advisor Pankaj Jha, Chhattisgarh Sahitya Academy President Shashank Sharma, Public Relations Department Secretary Dr. Rohit Yadav, senior litterateurs Sushil Trivedi, Dr. Chitranjan Kar, Girish Pankaj, Dr. Sanjeev Bakshi, Pradeep Shrivastava, and Shakuntala Tarar were present.

“The Literature Festival will be a milestone in the celebration of Chhattisgarh’s 25-year journey” – CM Sai

Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, Chief Minister Sai said that the entire state is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the formation of Chhattisgarh, and the Raipur Literature Festival is an important chapter in this celebration. He said the festival will provide a common platform not only for Chhattisgarh but also for eminent writers from across the country, where people will get the opportunity to learn from their knowledge, ideas, and creative expressions.

He expressed confidence that this event will give Chhattisgarh a new identity in the literary world while inspiring society toward literature, writing, and reading. He further said that the festival will also create a positive environment and dialogue for social awareness related to state development schemes.

Festival Plan and Schedule

This festival is based on the concept envisioned by Chief Minister Sai, and a comprehensive plan for it has been prepared within just two months. The three-day event will be organized near the Tribal Museum on 23, 24, and 25 January 2026.

A total of 11 sessions will be held at the festival. These include:

• 5 parallel sessions
• 4 group sessions
• 3 interactive dialogue sessions

These sessions will offer direct interaction and exchange of ideas between authors and participants.

Logo Reflecting Chhattisgarh’s Cultural and Literary Heritage

The logo of the Raipur Literature Festival beautifully represents Chhattisgarh’s rich cultural and literary heritage. It symbolizes the identity of the state, highlighting Bastar’s biodiversity, tribal traditions, and the cultural importance of the salfi (toddy palm) tree—considered the soul of Chhattisgarh.

The logo depicts the shape of the Chhattisgarh state map formed by a salfi tree, conveying that the state’s civilization, culture, and literature have been nurtured by this land for centuries. The salfi tree symbolizes ancient traditions, harmony, and unity. By including it in the logo, the message is that tribal literature, folk beliefs, and traditional knowledge systems of Chhattisgarh remain central to contemporary literary discourse.

The phrase “Aadi Se Anaadi Tak” (From Beginning to Eternity) in the logo signifies the timeless journey of literature—from ancient writings to ever-evolving modern literature. It highlights that literature transcends time, connecting generations, languages, societies, and eras.

Similarly, the line “Sursari Sam Sabke Hit Hoi” compares literature to the river Ganga—free-flowing, inclusive, and beneficial to all. It conveys that literature embraces all castes, classes, traditions, and ways of life, guiding society and paving the path for collective well-being.

A Symbol of Cultural Pride

The Raipur Literature Festival logo is a matter of cultural pride for the entire state. It beautifully blends ancient literary roots, tribal traditions, social harmony, and modern creative vision. It sends a strong message that Chhattisgarh’s literary journey—from beginning to eternity—has been continuous, vibrant, and enriching, and it will continue to write new chapters of growth.