National Literary Festival
Optimism and Happiness in Contemporary Literature
Welcome to the National Literary Festival hosted by ASBM School of Liberal Arts. Join us on the 30th of March 2024 for a celebration of literature, ideas, and the pursuit of happiness. Our theme this year delves into the exploration of optimism and happiness in contemporary literature, drawing inspiration from the timeless works of renowned authors to the voices of emerging writers.
The festival will feature a rich tapestry of events, including:
- Literary Quiz: Teams compete in literature for exciting prizes.
- Poetry Garden: Original poems in English, Odia, Hindi on optimism.
- Mono Act: Solo actors bring literary characters to life.
- Book Exhibition: Explore curated literary gems from classics to bestsellers.
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with literature, ignite your imagination, and explore the boundless realms of optimism and happiness. See you at the National Literary Festival!
Date: 30 Mar 2024
Inaugural Session: 11.00 AM to 1.00 PM
Event Session: 2.00 PM to 5.00 PM
– Poetry Garden
– Literary Quiz
– Mono Act
– Book Exhibition
Deliverables to Registered Participants:
Admission to the Festival, Festival Kit, Lunch, and Participation Certificate.
PS: Short Poems should be received by 15th March, 2024.

Registration Details
Early Bird (By 25th February 2024)
Faculty Members & Research Scholars: ₹400
Professionals, Corporate Executives, and Others: ₹800
On-Spot Registration:
Faculty Members & Research Scholars: ₹500
Professionals, Corporate Executives, and Others: ₹1000
* No entry fee for students
Organising Committee

Prof. Biswajeet Pattanayak
President, ASBM University

Prof. (Dr.) Kalyan Shankar Ray
Vice President,
ASBM University

Prof. (Dr.)Ranjan Kumar Bal
Vice Chancellor,
ASBM University

Prof. (Dr.) Phalgu Niranjana
Pro-Vice-Chancellor,
ASBM University

Dr. Ananta Charan Mishra
Head, School of Liberal Arts,
ASBM University

Prof. Emily Pandey
Asst. Professor,
School of Liberal Arts, ASBM University

Dr. Ananya Dash
Asst. Professor,
School of Liberal Arts, ASBM University
