The Jaipur Literature Festival, marking its 18th edition, is set to take place from January 30 to February 3, 2025, at Hotel Clarks Amer in Jaipur.

Produced by Teamwork Arts, the festival is celebrated as the 'greatest literary show on earth', showcasing the transformative power of books and ideas.

Festival co-directors Namita Gokhale and William Dalrymple emphasize their commitment to diverse voices and powerful narratives throughout the event.

The 2025 festival will feature over 300 speakers, engaging audiences through discussions, debates, and storytelling sessions.

The Jaipur Literature Festival is known for its democratic, non-aligned character, advocating for freedom of expression and cultural exchange.

Nobel laureate Venki Ramakrishnan will discuss his book 'Why We Die', which delves into mortality and the quest for immortality.

Namita Gokhale and Lucy Caldwell will engage in a debate on the merits of long-form versus short-form writing in a session titled 'Long and the Short'.

Notable sessions include 'Poor Economics for the Young' by Esther Duflo, aimed at introducing economic concepts to children.

James Bradley's 'Deep Water: The World in the Ocean' will examine humanity's connection to the ocean and the urgency of environmental issues.

Geetanjali Shree will discuss her novel 'Our City That Year', reflecting on societal fragmentation and communalism.

The descendants of Gandhi and Tolstoy will explore their legacies in a session titled 'Two Sages: Gandhi and Tolstoy'.

Journalist Kallol Bhattacharjee will explore Nehruvian foreign policy in 'India’s First Diplomats', discussing the role of early diplomats in shaping India's foreign relations.