By V Joy

Copyright thehindu

A reception committee has been formed to oversee preparations for the inaugural edition of Kerala Tourism’s Yaanam Travel Literary Festival, scheduled to take place in the picturesque coastal town of Varkala from October 17 to 19.

The review meeting, inaugurated by V Joy, MLA, and presided over by Varkala Municipality chairperson K.M. Laji was held to discuss logistical arrangements for the festival’s execution. The Reception committee, to be chaired by Mr. Laji, includes representatives from various local government bodies, tourism industry stakeholders, and community leaders.

Yaanam aims at serving as an interactive platform for a diverse array of voices, including writers, artists, documentary filmmakers, vloggers, travel enthusiasts, and culinary experts, both from India and abroad. The festival has an impressive lineup, featuring 33 renowned speakers, among them Booker Prize winner Shehan Karunatilaka and the Gratiaen Award-winning author Andrew Fidel Fernando, who will contribute their unique perspectives to enrich the festival.

For registration and more information, interested participants can visit the official website at www.keralatourism.org/yaanam