Dehradun, Oct. 27 -- Valley of Words 2025

Dehradun, 26 Oct: The 9th edition of the Valley of Words (VoW) Festival in Dehradun redefined the dialogue between governance and creativity, shining a spotlight on India's civil servants who embody both intellect and integrity. The festival became a testament to the fact that the country's administrators, diplomats, and police officers are not only implementers of policy but also interpreters of human experience, thinkers who bring depth, reflection, and empathy to the art of governance.

This year's VoW celebrated the remarkable intersection of public service and literature, featuring voices from the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Foreign Service (I...