Solan: On Day 3 of the Khushwant Singh Literary Festival 2024, Amitabh Kant delivered a powerful closing keynote titled “Viksit Bharat 2047.” In a conversation with Rahul Singh, Kant explored India’s journey from its rich past to its future aspirations. He outlined key strategies for sustainable growth and development, setting an inspiring tone for India as it nears 100 years of independence. This session provided valuable insights into how visionary ideas can shape the nation’s path ahead.
Bhaichand Patel’s session, “An Old Voice, a New Book,” offered a fresh look at his latest work. In a dialogue with Vikramjeet Saheney, Patel shared his writing process, themes in his new book, and how his life experiences have influenced his storytelling.
An exciting panel titled “New Voices” featured Poonam Khaira Sidhu, Anuradha Jain, Dr. Anand Gokani, Dr. Rachna Singh, and Gen K.J. Singh (retd.). Moderated by Sathya Saran, the discussion highlighted emerging literary voices and innovative ideas shaping today’s literary world. The speakers celebrated creativity and how new perspectives contribute to the ever-evolving literary conversation.
In another session, Neha Bhat led an open discussion titled “Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby.” In conversation with Bachi Karkaria, Bhat aimed to address and clarify common questions about sex, creating a thought-provoking and educational dialogue.
Sriram Devatha’s session, “Cheers!” hosted by Desmond Nazareth, was a delightful exploration of mixology. Devatha shared stories behind famous cocktails and the joy of crafting and enjoying drinks with friends, blending history with modern culture.
Lastly, speakers Saurabh Kirpal and Rohin Bhatt took on critical issues in their session, “Some Indians are More Equal Than Others.” They tackled topics like justice, liberty, and equality in contemporary India, sparking important conversations on the challenges facing the nation today.
