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A Festival that Inspired Thousands
The An Noor Literature Festival is a vibrant gathering of writers, thinkers, students, and cultural enthusiasts dedicated to exploring the richness of literature, philosophy, and the arts. Designed as a dynamic platform for intellectual exchange, it promotes reading, encourages critical thinking, and facilitates meaningful discussions on philosophy, literature, culture, and society. The festival inspires creativity and cultivates diverse perspectives, making it an essential event for intellectual and artistic life.
What distinguishes this festival is its focus on intellectual and cultural engagement inspired by Islamic principles, specifically designed for students and the organization’s cadre. The festival seeks to disseminate Islamic values and notions, promote thought-provoking discourse, and build capacity through active participation in literary discussions, philosophical inquiry, and cultural activities.
The festival celebrates Islamic heritage and tradition holistically, encompassing Islamic art, literature, philosophy, and civilizational and cultural contributions. This festival aims to revive these forgotten civilizational aspects of Islam, offering a platform to rediscover the intellectual, cultural, and artistic contributions of Islamic societies while also exploring their relevance in contemporary times.
5000+Attendees
60+Speakers
3 Parallel Stages
30+ Sessions
2days
Why attend
Everything in one place
Book Fair
Thousands of books displayed by leading publishers & independent presses.
Art & Culture
Meet your next collaborator.
Food Court
A curated culinary space celebrating traditional & regional flavors.
Stalls and Merchandise
Small groups, real making.
Interactive Sessions
Conversations that linger.
Student Participation
Leave with something you made.
Speakers
Your people for the day
Prof. Amitabh Kundu
Economist, Policy expert, and Scholar
Syed Sadatullah Husaini
President · Jamaat-e-Islam Hindi(JIH)
Dr. Abusaleh Shariff
Economist / Development Scholar
Professor Shafey Kidwai
Academic / Scholar
Professor Nivedita Menon
Academic / Scholar
Professor M. T. Ansari
Academic / Scholar
Dr. Ghazala Jameel
Academic / Scholar
Dr. Hasan Raza
Academic / Islamic scholar
Paranjoy Guha Thakurta
Journalist
Dr. Sumaira Nawaz
Academic / Scholar
Dr. Huzaifa Umair Siddiqui
Academic / Scholar
S. Ameenul Hasan
psychologist, counsellor, prolific speaker
Dr. Amirullah Khan
Economist / Policy Researcher
Manoranjan Byapari
Writer,socio-political activist & Politian · West Bengal Legislative Assembly
C. Dawood
Journalist / Managing Editor of MediaOne TV
Zakariya Muhammad
Filmmaker, Screenwriter
Abdullah Azzam
Academic / Researcher
Dr. Faheemuddin
Academic / Researcher
Dr. Ambreen Agha
Academic / Scholar
Thahir Jamal Kiliyamannil
Academic / Scholar
Prof.Khalid Jawed
Professor,Department of Urdu · Jamia Millia Islamia(JMI),New Delhi
Fawaz Shaheen
Advocate/ Legal Activist
Prof. Reetika Khera
Professor, Economics · Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi)
Dr Mohammed Rizwan
Academic / Researcher
Ehtesham Qutubuddin Siddiqui
Author, Legal Activist
Mohammad Amir Khan
Human Rights Activist, Author
Dr. Abdul Wahid Shaikh
Human Rights Activist, Legal Advocate, Author,
Afreen Fatima
Academic / Researcher
Shayma S.
Researcher / Academic
Kidiyoor Nihal
Academic / Researcher
Abdul Quddus Suhaib
Sustainability Researcher | Director Parisar Samvad
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Dr. Muhammad Sajid
Islamic Scholar / Academic
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Supriya Joshi
Academic / Researcher
Key Themes
Literature & Languages
Islamic Civilization
History & Philosophy
Politics & Society
Arts & Culture
Cinema & Media
Education
Contemporary Issues
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Where
Where to find us
Jama'at-e-Islami Hind Head Quarters
Why attend
What Made It Special
National participation
Diverse intellectual traditions
Multi-stage programming
Family-friendly environment
Youth engagement
Rich cultural performances
Vibrant book fair
Strong media visibility
