A FORUM OF THOUGHT. A FESTIVAL OF CONSCIENCE.

Samajamukhi Prakashana, along with its associated initiatives such as Samajamukhi Kannada monthly, Nadedu Nodu Karnataka programme, Samajamukhi Ranga Balaga, Karnataka Moodalapaya Yakshagana Parishat, Vicharakranti workshops, Satyameva Jayate camps, literary competitions, publications, and dialogues, has, over more than a decade, steadily nurtured a culture of serious reflection and intellectual inquiry in Karnataka.

Through its unwavering commitment to social conscience and clarity of thought, Samajamukhi has emerged as a credible and respected platform for meaningful literary and cultural engagement.

In this continuum, Samajamukhi has taken a significant step. The Samajamukhi Sahitya Sammelana.

An annual literary gathering envisioned not as spectacle, but as a space of encounter, inquiry, critique, and inspiration.

At a time when literary platforms often drift towards either political entanglement or commercial display, the Sammelana seeks to reclaim the deeper purpose of literature. To engage with society, to question, to imagine, and to illuminate.

The Sammelana uphold Kannada literature’s responsibility to speak both to social realities and the individual imagination. Effort is to promote this through this Conference. The following are the main objectives:

Independent Platform

Provide a serious and independent platform for writers, critics, students, and readers.

Dialogue across generations & traditions

To foster creative dialogue between different generations and traditions of society.

Role of Literature

A renewed engagement with literature’s role in shaping Karnataka’s intellectual and cultural life.

Ideological Commitment

A conscious departure from politicised conferences and commodified literary festivals and tread a conscious cultural path.

The 2026 edition continues this journey with greater depth and wider participation.
It seeks to strengthen the quality of dialogue while expanding its reach, bringing together a broader spectrum of voices, from established thinkers to emerging writers.

Participation Opportunities: Open to writers, readers, students, and literature enthusiasts.
Honorary Guests: Travel and accommodation arrangements for invited dignitaries.
Special Incentives: Exclusive benefits for students and teachers of Kannada literature.

Plenary sessions:

4 Parallel Forums:

40 carefully curated sessions, including:

Sessions spanning:

Workshops:

For emerging writers, nurturing both craft and critical awareness

Ideology:

A consistent emphasis on engaging with texts and ideas, rather than personalities

The inaugural Sammelana, held on 8–9 November 2025 in Bengaluru, marked a rare and significant moment in contemporary Kannada literary life.

Conceived as a thoughtful alternative to both conventional conferences and commercial festivals, it brought together voices across generations and disciplines, creating a space for genuine, sustained engagement.

As part of the Sammelana, Samajamukhi will bring out a special commemorative edition of its magazine, envisioned as a lasting document of the event.

This edition will include:

Participation and Acknowledgement

Opportunities for Support through Advertisements

Supporting the Samajamukhi Sahitya Sammelana is not merely an act of sponsorship. It is an association with a credible cultural and intellectual initiative.

It offers:

The Sammelana is made possible through the goodwill of individuals and institutions who believe in the importance of literature and public thought. Support may be extended in the following ways:

Title Partner – Rs.15 Lakhs (1)

Co-Partners – Rs.5 Lakhs (2)

Forum Partners – Rs.4 Lakhs (4 Forums)

Session Support – Rs.25,000 per session

Because literature must continue to be:

The Sammelana seeks to be both:

It offers:

Online registration is mandatory for the Samajamukhi Literary Conference.
Register at samajamukhi.com. A registration fee of Rs.400 has been fixed for delegates.
Support from Kannada lovers is sought for this conference, which is being organized
through contributions and donations. You are cordially invited to be a part of this
journey shaping the future of literature.

Please send your donation to the bank account of Samajamukhi Prakashana Private Limited.
The account details are as follows:
Account Name: Samajamukhi Prakashana Pvt Ltd.
Bank: State Bank of India, A/c No. 37262378162,
IFSC Code: SBIN0040252, Google Pay / PhonePe: 9606934019
For more information Contact: Shrikanth +91 900049892