Sahityotsava Jashn-e-Adab
Democratizing Classical Hindustani Art & Culture Since 2012
Founded in 2012, Sahityotsava Jashn-e-Adab is one of India’s leading festivals dedicated to celebrating the country’s timeless literary and cultural heritage. What began as a humble initiative to bring people closer to poetry has today grown into a grand national movement that unites art, literature, music, theatre, and folk traditions under one vibrant platform.
With the active participation of eminent poets, authors, scholars, musicians, dancers, theatre artists, and cultural thinkers, the festival has become a cherished space for artistic exchange, creative expression, and intellectual dialogue. Sahityotsava Jashn-e-Adab continues to honour the classical roots of Indian art while creating meaningful engagement with modern audiences — inspiring thousands every year.
The Pillars of our Heritage
Preserving and reviving the finest classical forms
Kavi Sammelan & Mushaira
Celebrating the pristine art of Urdu and Hindi poetry, bringing legendary and contemporary poets onto a single platform to bridge generations.
Sufi & Classical Music
From classical ragas to soaring Sufi melodies, Jashn honors the legacy of legendary musicians and introduces their depth to new ears.
Kathak & Traditional Dance
Reviving classical dance lineages like the Kalka-Bindadin gharana of Kathak, celebrating rhythm, expression, and storytelling.
Plays & Storytelling
Bringing traditional Indian theatre, oral narratives, and dramatic performances to life with renowned playwrights and actors.
A Travelling Cultural Movement Connecting Hearts Across India
The Sahityotsava Jashn-e-Adab Cultural Kaarva'n is our signature travelling festival that takes the rich spirit of Hindustani art across the length and breadth of India. From Delhi, Lucknow, Bhopal, and Jaipur, to Pune, Chandigarh, Gurugram, and beyond, we ensure that art and poetry are not limited to one city, but travel like a heritage caravan, building communal harmony and cultural pride.
Our Mission & Commitment
We bridge the classical roots of Hindustani literature, poetry, and classical forms to modern aesthetics, keeping traditions alive for future connoisseurs.
Organising grand literature and cultural festivals across the nation to make classical art accessible.
Providing upcoming and established artists an inclusive platform to share their voice, talent, and heritage.
Reviving and preserving classical and folk art forms through engaging performances, panel discussions, and workshops.
Ensuring India's rich artistic traditions remain alive, relevant, and accessible for future generations.
Our Founders & Core Leadership
The driving forces behind the Jashn-e-Adab movement
Kunwar Ranjeet Singh Chauhan
FounderAn eminent cultural catalyst, visionary, and poet dedicated to reviving and preserving Hindustani literature and classical arts across India.
Navneet Soni
PresidentProminent strategist and supporter of literature and cultural arts, steering the strategic expansion of Jashn-e-Adab across multiple states.
Dr. Ajai Sharma
Vice PresidentDistinguished academician and heritage patron contributing to Jashn's intellectual and scholarly initiatives.
Advisory Board & Patrons
Eminent guides steering our cultural legacy
Dr. Karan Singh
Chief Patron & AdviserRenowned statesman, philosopher, and writer guiding the movement with deep heritage wisdom.
Prof. S. E. Hasnain
AdviserEminent scientist who champions the synergy between progress and cultural preservation.
Quaiser Khalid-IPS
Patron & AdviserDistinguished police officer and poet, actively supporting communal harmony and creative growth.
Prof. Ashok Chakradhar
Adviser & Eminent PoetCelebrated Hindi poet and academic, providing creative direction and literary leadership.