Gateway LitFest 2025 Launches Fresh Logo, Merging Legacy with Innovation

 

Mumbai: The “Eighth Gateway LitFest 2025”, a celebrated festival spotlighting Indian regional language literature, launched its vibrant new logo and visual identity at the Mumbai Press Club. Unveiled by renowned personalities including Aparna Piramal Raje, author of Chemical Khichdi: How I Hacked My Mental Health; Karthi Marshan, eminent marketing leader; and Saumya Roy, journalist and author of Mountain Tales, the event highlighted the festival’s evolution as a platform for diverse voices.

The redesigned logo fuses the elegance of Indian calligraphy with the shapes of a pen nib and an open book, symbolizing inclusivity and storytelling. It reflects the festival's commitment to blending traditional literature with contemporary digital storytelling formats while staying rooted in its essence—celebrating Indian regional language literature.

“The Eighth Gateway LitFest 2025” is set for February 28–March 1, 2025, at The Royal Opera House, Mumbai. It promises two days of dynamic sessions with renowned and emerging writers, poets, and thinkers from across India’s linguistic spectrum. The festival aims to connect readers, literary enthusiasts, and thought leaders, fostering meaningful exchanges and enriching the regional literary landscape.

Since its inception, Gateway LitFest has featured:

• 400+ writers, including 8 Jnanpith Award winners and 100+ Sahitya Akademi Award winners.
• Over 80 sessions spotlighting lesser-known languages like Santhali, Konkani, and Kosali.
• The festival has played a pivotal role in elevating Indian regional languages to the national stage.

As part of its community-driven "Alphabets" series, a panel discussion on "The Impact of Indian Languages in the Global Literary Landscape" was held, featuring:

• Karthi Marshan: Spoke on how digital media is transforming reading habits and enhancing the accessibility of regional literature.
• Aparna Piramal Raje: Highlighted India’s linguistic diversity as a strength in global literary thought leadership.
• Saumya Roy (Moderator): Shared insights on the universality of personal stories through her experience translating her book into Chinese and Japanese.

The Alphabets series fosters discussions at local libraries, book clubs, and colleges, promoting dialogue among literature enthusiasts nationwide.

Festival Director Mohan Kakanadan emphasized the festival’s dedication to showcasing Indian language writers and adapting to evolving storytelling methods. The 2025 edition aims to go beyond being a literature event, becoming a platform where creators, innovators, and brands can connect and collaborate.

‘Gateway LitFest’ continues to shine as a beacon for Indian language literature, ensuring the richness of regional narratives resonates globally.