Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan to host literary festival on Karnataka’s indegenous languages from October 2 - The HinduPublished - September 29, 2026 12:45 am IST - BengaluruAs part of its diamond jubilee celebrations, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (BVB), Bengaluru, will organise a three-day literary festival titled ‘Karnataka Nudi Thota’, featuring the State’s indigenous languages, from October 2, 2026, in the city.This literary festival presents an in-depth discussion of the past, present and future of Karnataka’s indigenous languages like Kodava, Tulu, Konkani, Beary, Arebhashe, Havyaka, Sanketi, Lambani, Soliga, Halakki, Kunabi, Siddhi, Betta, Kuruba, Jenu Kuruba, Panjariya and Iruliga.Over 30 eminent scholars will participate. BVB has claimed that this is a first-of-its-kind festival in the State.U.T. Khader, Minister for Health and Family Welfare, will inaugurate the event. M. Veerappa Moily, former Chief Minister and Saraswati Samman Awardee, will be the chief guest.This public can attend for free. Those interested can register emailing karnatakadanudithota@gmail.com.Published - September 29, 2026 12:45 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }