Varanasi is preparing for a soulful evening of poetry with the Kavi Sammelan sah Mushaira at Taj Ganges Varanasi titled “Haman Hai Ishq Mastana”. Scheduled for January 31, 2026, the event will commence from 7 PM onwards. This 4th Edition of the Banaras Lit Fest features a stellar cast of poets including Shabeena Adeeb, Alok Srivastav, and Dr. Ruchi Chaturvedi. Other prominent participants gracing the stage include Dr. Vishnu Saxena, Mansoor Usmani, Rahul Sharma, Dr. Sonali Singh, Dr. Suresh Awasthi, and Madan Mohan Samar.

The event is organized under the auspices of the Banaras Lit Fest (Kashi Sahitya Kala Utsav) with the official patronage of the Ministry of Culture. Enthusiasts can access the venue at Taj Ganges to witness this blend of Kavi Sammelan and Mushaira traditions.