Literary Festivals in Sindh: Successes, Failures and Possible Revival
This session will discuss the impacts of literary, cultural and educational festivals, exploring their role in cultivating new talents, the influence of sponsorship on organizers, potential use as tools of propaganda, and the extent of associated censorship. Evaluating the progress and impacts of publicly funded festivals is crucial for a comprehensive discussion.
Panelists:
- Gulshan Laghari (Writer, Poet & Social Activist)
- Munawar Memon (Cultural Activist & Founding member of Indus Cultural forum)
- Maqsooda Zahoor Solangi (Translator & Women’s Rights Activist)
- Dileep Doshi (Columnist & High Court Lawyer)
Moderator:
- Halar Nawaz (Publisher, Researcher & Policy Analyst)