The literary buzz is reaching its crescendo as the 15th Karachi Literature Festival (KLF) 2024, a highly anticipated cultural spectacle, kicks off today at the Beach Luxury Hotel. This vibrant celebration promises an engaging journey through literature, art, and intellectual discourse under the theme of ‘Sustainability: Words changing Mindsets.’
With over 200 speakers representing eight countries participating in 75 diverse sessions, the festival is set to be a melting pot of ideas covering literature, economy, environment, education, and current affairs. Anticipating the launch of at least 25 books, attendees can also immerse themselves in drama, satire, exhibitions, film screenings, and various artistic expressions.
Open to the public, the inaugural day features keynote speeches by renowned figures, including Pakistani architect and activist Arif Hasan and British-Palestinian lawyer and writer Selma Dabbagh. The day will conclude with a mesmerizing performance on Faiz’s poetry by the talented Nighat Choudhry.
Over the weekend, distinguished speakers such as Jordanian academic Joseph Massad, political scientist Dr. Martin Axmann, journalist Hasnain Kazim, and acclaimed novelist Mohsin Hamid will contribute their insights. The festival will cover a spectrum of topics, from Urdu poetry and sustainability to political reforms, with a grand Mushaira presided over by Pakistani poet Iftikhar Arif.
KLF 2024 goes beyond the literary realm, offering insightful discussions on books, ethical governance, urban dynamics, comedy, storytelling, human rights, and sustainability. As the festival unfolds, it aims to inspire change and challenge perspectives, showcasing the power of the written word in shaping communities.
The grand finale on February 18 will feature keynote speeches by eminent scholars Najeeba Arif and Joseph Massad, honoring KLF literary legends and concluding with a soul-stirring Sufi Qawwali performance by Qawwal Najmuddin Saifuddin and Brothers. Don’t miss this literary odyssey that promises to leave an indelible mark on the cultural landscape.
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