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Indian Express
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
After 32 years, Satara to host Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan
The last time the Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan was held in Satara, the Babri Masjid had just been demolished, and the country was in turmoil. There was also a movement to rename Marathwada University as Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar University. This was the 66th edition of the Sammelan, and the eminent playwright Vidyadhar Gokhale was the chairman. 'It is customary for the president of a Sammelan to reflect on pressing concerns of the country in their speeches, and these were the two major issues,' says Prof Milind Joshi, president of the Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Mahamandal. The Mahamandal has announced that the forthcoming 99th edition of the Sammelan will be held in Satara. This unanimous decision was made during a meeting of the All-India Marathi Sahitya Mahamandal in Pune. 'The meeting was attended by Vice President Guruyya Swami, Executive Officer Sunitaraje Pawar, Treasurer Vinod Kulkarni, and representatives from all associated, affiliated, and constituent institutions,' said Prof Joshi. The Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan is an annual conference by and for Marathi literary figures. The first edition was held in 1878, when Mahadev Govind Ranade—a social reformer, writer, and judge—was the chairman. Since then, the event has been one of the most important platforms for discussions and debates in the Marathi language. The 98th Sammelan was held in February this year in Delhi and was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Shahupuri branch of the Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad and the Mavala Foundation will be responsible for the event. They had been trying to host the event for 12 years. Satara has hosted the Sammelan twice before: in 1905, with the venerable Raghunath Karandikar at the helm, and in 1962, when N V Gadgil was the head. That was the 44th edition of the meet. 'Our Shahupuri branch has played an active role in gaining classical language status for Marathi,' said Prof Joshi. Others who wished to host the event included Sadanand Sahitya Mandal (Audumbar), the Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad Ichalkaranji Branch, and the Dakshin Maharashtra Sahitya Sabha (Kolhapur). Satara was selected after the committee in charge of selection visited all applicant organisations. The Sammelan will return to its 1993 venue, Chhatrapati Shahu Stadium, which can host 25,000 people across 14 acres. Among the architectural highlights of the address will be the main pavilion, two other pavilions, space for a major book exhibition, and sites for poetry and ghazal renditions. Food will also be available at the venue. 'The venue is within walking distance from the Satara bus stand and centrally located, ensuring easy access for local and visiting literary enthusiasts. Behind the stadium lies an 8-acre police parade ground, which will be used for parking,' said Prof Joshi. Dipanita Nath is interested in the climate crisis and sustainability. She has written extensively on social trends, heritage, theatre and startups. She has worked with major news organizations such as Hindustan Times, The Times of India and Mint. ... Read More
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Satara to host 99th Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan
The 99th 'Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan' will be held in Satara, marking the city's fourth time as host and its first in 32 years. The announcement came after a unanimous decision by the Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Sahitya Mahamandal during its meeting in Pune on Sunday, June 8. The responsibility of organising this grand literary event has been entrusted to the Shahupuri branch of the Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad in Satara, along with the Mavla Foundation. The selection of Satara followed a structured process. A venue selection committee, formed specifically for this purpose, visited all applicant institutions. Proposals to host the meeting were received from Sadanand Sahitya Mandal (Audumbar), Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad Ichalkaranji Branch, Dakshin Maharashtra Sahitya Sabha (Kolhapur), and the Shahupuri branch of Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad (Satara). After site visits, the committee convened on the morning of June 8 in Pune and unanimously chose Satara as the venue. This decision was ratified in a subsequent meeting of the Mahamandal, presided over by Prof Milind Joshi, president of the Marathi Sahitya Mahamandal. Also present were vice president Gurayya Swami, secretary Sunitaraje Pawar, and treasurer Vinod Kulkarni. However, the dates for the event are yet to be finalised. Prof Milind Joshi expressed his thoughts on Satara receiving this honour again. 'Satara is getting the opportunity to host this prestigious literary gathering after 32 years. The last time was in 1993, under the presidency of Vidyadhar Gokhale. This honour is the result of persistent efforts by the Shahupuri branch over the past 12 years,' he said. The city first hosted the event in 1905, with Raghunath Pandurang Karandikar presiding. It later hosted the 44th meet in 1962 under the presidency of NV Gadgil, and the 66th meet in 1993 under Vidyadhar Gokhale. The event will take place at Chhatrapati Shahu Stadium, the same venue used in 1993. Spread over 14 acres, the stadium will feature the main pavilion, two additional pavilions, a large-scale book exhibition, and designated spaces for poetry and ghazal sessions, along with food arrangements.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Satara to host 99th edition of Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan
Pune: The 99th edition of Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan will be held in Satara, members of the organisation announced after a meeting in Pune on Sunday. The responsibility to host the event has been given to Satara's Shahupuri branch of the Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad and the Mavala Foundation. "This will be the fourth time that Satarawill host the Sahitya Sammelan and the first time in 32 years. The last time Satara hosted the Sammelan was in 1993 under the chairmanship of Vidyadhar Gokhale," Milind Joshi, president of Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Mahamandal, said. Earlier, conferences were held in Satara in 1905, 1962, and 1993. The Sammelanwill be held at Chhatrapati Shahu Stadium, the venue of the 1993 event. It is spread across 14 acres and can accommodate 25,000 participants. A committee visited various proposed venues between June 5 and 7. Other organisations that expressed their wish to host it included Sadanand Sahitya Mandal (Audumbar), Ichalkaranji branch of Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad, Dakshin Maharashtra Sahitya Sabha (Kolhapur), and Shahupuri branch (Satara) of Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad. The Shahupuri branch actively pursued this opportunity for the last 12 years. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Earlier this year, the 98th edition of the Sahitya Sammelan was held in New Delhi. Pune: The 99th edition of Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan will be held in Satara, members of the organisation announced after a meeting in Pune on Sunday. The responsibility to host the event has been given to Satara's Shahupuri branch of the Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad and the Mavala Foundation. "This will be the fourth time that Satarawill host the Sahitya Sammelan and the first time in 32 years. The last time Satara hosted the Sammelan was in 1993 under the chairmanship of Vidyadhar Gokhale," Milind Joshi, president of Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Mahamandal, said. Earlier, conferences were held in Satara in 1905, 1962, and 1993. The Sammelanwill be held at Chhatrapati Shahu Stadium, the venue of the 1993 event. It is spread across 14 acres and can accommodate 25,000 participants. A committee visited various proposed venues between June 5 and 7. Other organisations that expressed their wish to host it included Sadanand Sahitya Mandal (Audumbar), Ichalkaranji branch of Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad, Dakshin Maharashtra Sahitya Sabha (Kolhapur), and Shahupuri branch (Satara) of Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad. The Shahupuri branch actively pursued this opportunity for the last 12 years. Earlier this year, the 98th edition of the Sahitya Sammelan was held in New Delhi.
