A three-day international literary festival called Unmesh was held at Gaiety Theatre in Shimla. It was officially started, on June 16, 2022; by Union Minister of State for Culture, Arjun Ram Mehjawal.
Unmesh Festival is bringing together around 425 writers, poets, critics, translators, and notable figures from 15 countries, representing more than 60 languages.
During the festival, more than 1,000 books relevant to the civil rights movement have been put on display.
Unmesh is a celebration of expression. This festival is Indias largest international literary festival till date.
The Unmesh Festival is being organised by Union Ministry of Culture and , in association with the Department of Art and Culture of Himachal Pradesh government. It is being organised as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.