We examine the schedule, dates, tickets price, invited guests, and other details ahead of the 2024 Jaipur Literature Festival, which will culminate on 5th February
Known as the Holy Grail for all literature festivals, the 17th edition of Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) returns, bigger and grander than ever. As Pink City gears up to host a star-studded ensemble of writers, speakers, thinkers, and more, literature enthusiasts across India prepare for this monumental event.
Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) 2024 schedule, dates, time, tickets price, programme speakers and venue details
It is confirmed that the 17th edition of Jaipur Literature Festival in 2024 will run from 1 February to 5 February, running from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
The festival will host over 250 speakers from various nationalities and major award winners, including Booker, International Booker, Pulitzer, Sahitya Akademi, Padma Shree, Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan, JCB Prize for Literature, and more.
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2024 Jaipur Literature Festival schedule, date, time, venue, guest speakers, theme, & cultural significance
Cultural commitment and celebration of India’s vast linguistic and artistic diversity, Jaipur Literature Festival stands as a beacon of intellectual fervor and cultural exchange. Established in 2006 by Jaipur Virasat Foundation (JVF), founded by Faith Singh, JLF initially formed part of Jaipur Heritage International Festival, later evolving into a standalone literature festival in 2008.
Transcending language, genre, and cultural boundaries, Jaipur Lit Fest features sessions that cover everything from poetry and fiction to politics and science, catering to a diverse audience. Prestigious Hotel Clarks Amer will host Jaipur Literature Festival 2024, with events scheduled across seven different locations within the hotel: Front Lawn, Bank Of Baroda: Charbagh, Hawthornden Foundation Mughal Tent, Durbar Hall, Foundation Jan Michalski Baithak, JBM, JMS.
Theme for this edition of Jaipur Lit Fest is “Stories Unite Us,” encompassing diverse genres such as Fiction and Non-Fiction, Crime Fiction, Literary Criticism, History, Politics and Current Affairs, Poetry, Art and Culture, Translation, Graphic Novels, Gender, Science and Medicine, Food and Memory, Biographies and Memoir, Spirituality and Religion, Mental Health, Fashion and Lifestyle, Geopolitics, Literary Icons Through Ages, Art and Architecture, & Bollywood and Cinema.
we examine the list of notable speakers:
- Abhay K is a multifaceted individual, excelling as a poet, editor, and translator
- Amish, a former diplomat, has made history as the fastest-selling author in India
- Arundhathi Subramaniam stands out as a leading Indian poet known for her spiritual writings
- Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is an award-winning writer, activist, and professor
- Gulzar, a prominent figure in India, poet, scriptwriter, and film director
- Hernan Diaz, a Pulitzer Prize winner, is a bestselling author recognized by the New York Times
- Kanan Gill has made a mark as an author, comedian, and actor
- Kelly Dorji, a Bhutanese actor, has also ventured into the realm of writing
- Maria Goretti, known for her roles as a dancer and former MTV VJ, has added presenting to her repertoire
- Namita Gokhale, an accomplished author, is also the co-founder of the Jaipur Literature Festival
- Raghuram G. Rajan is a popular Indian economist
- Sudha Murthy, in addition to being the chairperson of the Infosys Foundation, is a prolific writer
- Sutapa Sikdar, an NSD graduate, has made significant contributions to the Indian film and television industry
- Vir Sanghvi is recognized as an editor, journalist, and esteemed food and travel writer
- Vishal Bhardwaj is a multifaceted personality, renowned as a film director, writer, composer, singer, and producer
How to buy tickets for the Jaipur Literature Festival?
For the 2024 Jaipur Literature Festival, General tickets are available for different durations, starting from INR 200 for a one-day pass to INR 800 for 4 to 5 days. Students can avail a special package at INR 100 for a 5-day experience. For those seeking an enhanced festival experience, the “Friend of the Festival” tickets come in different packages, such as the 1-Day Package at INR 13,500, 3-Day Package at INR 36,000, 4-Day Package at INR 46,000, & 5-Day Package at INR 56,000.
Additionally, options for diverse preferences are provided by Jaipur Music Stage tickets. A One Day Pass is priced at INR 950, a Two Day Pass at INR 1,850, and a Season Pass at INR 2,700. Couples can choose a One Day Couple Pass at INR 1,750, a Two Day Couple Pass at INR 3,400, and a Couple Season Pass at INR 4,950. Furthermore, package options for groups of four are available, with prices ranging from INR 3,300 for a One Day Package to INR 8,700 for a Season Package.