In Pictures: CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates Delhi Shabdotsav 2026

CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates Delhi Shabdotsav 2026 at Major Dhyan Chand Stadium on Friday, a three-day cultural and literary festival celebrating India’s heritage, culture, and literature (Source: Photo by Amit Mehra)

Delhi CM highlighted India’s resilience, noting that the country has re-established itself time and again despite numerous invasions throughout history (Source: Photo by Amit Mehra)

She said the festival’s theme, Bharat Abhyudaya, reflects a vision of development rooted in civilisational values (Source: Photo by Amit Mehra)

The CM emphasized the importance of balancing modernity with values, underlining that science and culture should be given equal importance (Source: Photo by Amit Mehra)

She noted that platforms such as Shabdotsav help connect younger generations with their cultural roots through literature, art, and discussions (Source: Photo by Amit Mehra)

The three-day festival will feature classical dance performances, music, bhajans, poets’ conferences, open mic sessions, and panel discussions (Source: Photo by Amit Mehra)

Around 40 books will be released during the event, alongside publication stalls and forums for youth engagement in literature and culture (Source: Photo by Amit Mehra)

CM Gupta announced plans to organize Delhi Shabdotsav annually and expand its scale in the coming years to further promote cultural engagement (Source: Photo by Amit Mehra)

Delhi Shabdotsav 2026 also includes cultural performances, youth forums, food stalls, and interactive sessions, offering a holistic celebration of India’s literary and artistic heritage (Source: Photo by Amit Mehra)