India, Jan. 7 -- Celebrating Global, South Asian, and Youth Voices Shaping Literature and Culture

Bhubaneswar : The Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) 2026, scheduled to be held from 8 to 11 January 2026 in Bhubaneswar, has announced the recipients of its most prestigious literary honours. These awards recognise outstanding contributions to literature, translation, cultural dialogue, and the nurturing of young voices across India, South Asia, and the world.

The KLF Awards have, over the years, emerged as a mark of literary excellence, celebrating writers and thinkers whose work transcends borders, languages, and generations. The 2026 awardees reflect KLF's core commitment to multilingualism, cultural continuity, and the power of stories to...