Hyderabad: Telangana State Governor Jishnu Dev Varma emphasized the shared responsibility to protect both literature and culture in today’s world. He inaugurated the Saraswati Literary Fest organized by the Varma Foundation at JNTU on Vyasa Purnima.
During his speech, he spoke about the ancient concept of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,” which means the world is one family. This idea, introduced a thousand years ago, encourages us to see everyone as part of a global family. He stressed that, despite rapid technological progress, staying connected to our roots is essential for true success.
Governor Varma highlighted the importance of preserving India’s cultural heritage alongside modern development. He noted that the global village concept today is rooted in the principle of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.”
Varma Foundation Chairman Varma explained that the festival is more than just about books. It’s a platform for sharing thoughts, writing, and discussion. The celebrations will last for two days. Over the years, these festivals have been held in various states to showcase India’s historical greatness to students through diverse art forms.
On the first day, the event featured debates and storytelling on topics like the role of Indian knowledge systems in the 21st century, the influence of storytelling in entertainment, stories in the digital age, and sustainable literature, including Panchatantra tales.
The program is supported by the Telangana State Department of Language and Culture. Attendees included Dr. B.V.R Mohan Reddy, Founder of Cyient, and representatives from Amaravani and Jignasa Foundations.
