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Addressing the theme "Democracy's Destiny is Demography" at the Pondy Lit Fest, Pradeep Bhandari warned of an emerging challenge that may not be apparent now but will become clear in the next two decades.

Dr. Shamika Ravi, a member of the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council, spoke about poverty eradication and development in India at the 7th Pondicherry Literary Festival.

Subramani Ramaswamy, a distinguished guest at the Pondicherry Literature Festival, delivered a speech about Sri Aurobindo's journal 'Arya'. Aurobindo published this journal from 1914 to 1921.

Aravindan Neelakandan, a renowned writer, delivered a speech at the Pondy Lit Fest 2024 held in Pondicherry.

Governor RN Ravi addressed the 7th edition of Pondy Lit Fest 2024 in Puducherry, emphasizing the significance of Bharat Shakti in shaping a new India.

During his talk, Neelakandan highlighted how Tamil Nadu, a state known for its deep-rooted connection to Vedic traditions and Dharma, has become a target for these divisive forces. He warned that similar strategies are being replicated in other regions.

Drawing a parallel with historical atrocities, Gupta suggested that the camps designated for these refugees bore a resemblance to Hitler's concentration camps, which were essentially termed "labour camps."

During her talk, Sengupta pointed that Akbar's famed policy of "Sulh-i-Kul" (peace with all) only began in the late 1570s, over two decades into his rule. "For the first couple of decades of his reign, Akbar was not the tolerant figure he is often portrayed as," she said.

Marking its 7th edition, the Pondy Lit Fest 2024 will be held from September 20 to September 22, 2024. It continues its tradition of inviting distinguished speakers with notable achievements. This year, the festival has once again stressed substantive discussions over sensationalism, focusing on enriching knowledge in various fields including spirituality, culture, science, and technology.

Suparna Anand, known for her roles in iconic Malayalam films like "Vaishali" and "Njan Gandharvan," has broken her silence about her difficult experiences in the film industry for the first time in 35 years. Her revelations come in the wake of the Hema Committee Report and amidst a national conversation on the mistreatment of women in the Malayalam film industry.