Puri Literary Festival 2026

The Puri Literary Festival 2026 will take place from 20–22 November 2026 at Taj Puri Resort & Spa, Odisha. The festival explores the relationship between India's rich traditions and contemporary ideas, drawing inspiration from the cultural and spiritual heritage of Puri, the Konark Sun Temple and Lord Jagannath.

The festival brings together literature, art and heritage through author and thought-leader conversations, storytelling, folk arts, indigenous crafts and cultural experiences. Its programme aims to encourage dialogue around India's cultural legacy while engaging with contemporary social, economic and intellectual themes.

Key Highlights

• Literary discussions and author conversations

• Sessions on history, social change and contemporary India

• Conversations on Odia literature and Odisha's cultural identity

• Heritage walks exploring Puri's landmarks and traditional neighbourhoods

• Cultural evenings featuring Odissi, Hindustani classical and contemporary music, and Paika martial arts

• Pattachitra art showcases

• Seaside storytelling sessions celebrating folk and oral traditions

• Live sand-art demonstrations

• Indigenous artisan and craft showcases

• Odia food experiences and live cooking demonstrations

The festival's 2026 edition also lists prominent speakers including Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Sarbananda Sonowal, Dharmendra Pradhan and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Manjhi