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Shabdotsav 2026 Kicks Off in Delhi, Celebrating India's Cultural & Literary Heritage

The three-day Shabdotsav 2026 festival commenced at Delhi's Major Dhyan Chand Stadium, inaugurated by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta alongside Union and state ministers. The event, celebrating 'Bharat Abhyudaya', will host prominent speakers like NSA Ajit Doval and RSS leaders, alongside over 100 authors, filmmakers, and cultural performers. It features a rich programme of book discussions, classical dance, poetry sessions, and Bharat-inspired cuisine, attracting students from nearly 40 universities. Organised by Suruchi Prakashan and Hindi Academy, the festival aims to unite literature, culture, and intellectual discourse on a single national platform.

Key Points: Shabdotsav 2026: Delhi's Cultural & Literary Festival Begins

  • Inaugurated by Delhi CM
  • Features NSA Ajit Doval, RSS leaders
  • Over 100 authors & performers
  • Focus on cultural & ideological discourse
  • Includes book releases, dance, poetry
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'Shabdotsav 2026' begins at Dhyan Chand stadium, Delhi CM inaugurates ceremony

Delhi CM inaugurates Shabdotsav 2026, a 3-day festival at Dhyan Chand Stadium featuring thinkers, artists, and cultural performances celebrating Bharat Abhyudaya.

"The ideology of those who want to break the nation will no longer be able to fly their flags. - Kapil Mishra"

New Delhi, Jan 2

'Shabdotsav 2026', a three-day cultural and literary festival celebrating 'Bharat Abhyudaya', kicked off at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium in the national capital on Friday.

The event was inaugurated with the lighting of a lamp in the presence of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Cabinet Minister Kapil Mishra, Union Minister of State Harsh Malhotra and other noted and distinguished dignitaries.

The event began with the rendition of Vande Mataram.

The 'Shabdotsav 2026', shedding light on the country's cultural, literary and ideological consciousness, will see several noted thinkers, speakers, and ideologues share their views during the three-day programme.

The festival being organised by Suruchi Prakashan in collaboration with Hindi Academy is set to host over 100 authors, filmmakers, thinkers, cultural performances, youth events, book discussions, and Bharat-inspired cuisine.

National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, RSS' Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar and Manmohan Vaidya are among the noted speakers at the event.

Earlier, Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra shared an update about the event on his X handle, saying, "The ideology of those who want to break the nation will no longer be able to fly their flags."

He wrote on X in Hindi, "Lord Nataraja, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Maharana Pratap Ji, Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj.. These are our heroes, and this is our festival 'Shabdotsav'..."

Days ago, the Art and Culture Minister informed that the country's largest literature and cultural festival at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium will see students from nearly 40 universities across the Delhi-NCR participate.

The festival is expected to see a slew of book releases and also feature programmes such as Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Bhajan Sandhya, Kavi Sammelan and Somnath Jyotirlinga Darshan.

The poster of Delhi 'Shabdotsav 2026' was earlier launched by Delhi CM Rekha Gupta along with her cabinet ministers, including Kapil Mishra, Ashish Sood and others.

"The three-day cultural and literary festival, from January 2 to 4, will bring together literature, culture and intellectual discourse on a single platform for the first time," says the Shabdotsav on its portal.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I appreciate the focus on culture, I hope the festival genuinely includes diverse perspectives and isn't just a platform for one ideology. True 'Bharat Abhyudaya' should be inclusive of all Indian thoughts.
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Rohit P
Finally a festival at Dhyan Chand stadium that's not just sports! Good to see students from 40 universities participating. The line-up of speakers is impressive. Hope they live stream the sessions for those who can't attend.
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Sarah B
As someone new to Delhi, this sounds like a wonderful way to understand Indian culture. The combination of literature, dance, and food is perfect. Excited to try the 'Bharat-inspired cuisine'!
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Karthik V
Minister Mishra's comment about "those who want to break the nation" is concerning. A cultural festival should unite, not create divisions by targeting any group. Let's focus on the positive aspects of our shared heritage.
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Nisha Z
Bhajan Sandhya and Somnath Jyotirlinga Darshan? This is more than a literary fest, it's a spiritual and cultural awakening. Our generation needs this connection to roots. 🙏

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