Iconic Bengali Literary Festival Apeejay Bangla Sahitya Utsob Returns in 2025

The 11th edition of the Apeejay Bangla Sahitya Utsob (ABSU), India's premier Bengali literary festival, is set to take place from November 7-9, 2025 at the century-old Oxford Bookstore in Kolkata. Curated by Oxford Bookstores, the three-day festival will bring together eminent voices from the world of Bengali literature, art, and culture to celebrate the essence of Bangaliana.

The festival, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, has evolved into a dynamic platform that bridges the past, present, and future of Bangla literature through conversations, poetry readings, performances, and debates. This year's edition will feature a rich lineup of celebrated authors, poets, filmmakers, actors, journalists, researchers, academicians, musicians, and emerging voices who are redefining the contours of contemporary Bangla writing.

Swagat Sengupta, the Festival Director and CEO of Oxford Bookstores, expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support of literary luminaries, authors, publishers, and the festival's patrons, who have helped the event grow into a much-loved celebration of Bangla literature and culture. To make the festival more accessible, the organizers will also share all recorded sessions on their YouTube channel, ensuring that the spirit of Bangla literature reaches audiences across the world.