Pune, Oct. 14 -- Calling literature the foundation of a meaningful life, renowned lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar today emphasized that literature has the power to bridge human differences.
Addressing the audience during the Closing Ceremony of the Symbiosis Literary Festival 2025 here, he said, "Even if you're an engineer, doctor, or scientist, literature makes life more compassionate, aesthetic and beautiful. You may not visit every home in every part of the world, but through literature, you gain compassion and understanding for every human being."He also highlighted the vital role of literature and liberal arts in fostering empathy, creativity, and holistic education.
"Literature is not only for those who write it; it is for ev...