Words Beyond Borders is a unique international literary gathering that celebrates diplomats who have contributed to literature through their writings.
Neemrana, Rajasthan, India
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Bringing together distinguished diplomat-authors, writers and thinkers from across the world, the festival explores the intersection of literature, diplomacy, culture and international relations.
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… Hon. MP (Rajya Sabha) @HarshShringla delivered an engaging keynote speech, drawing upon his own vast diplomatic experience. It was great to have my book find a mention in his address. Amb Dnyaneshwar Mulay
@navnirmiti dwelt on how he conceptualised this unique litfest that is focussed on diplomats’ writings. Delegates and students lapped it all up. The @WBBLITFEST couldn’t be complete without the Rajasthani warmth and rich culture @Neemrana_Hotels (..2/2)
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A stimulating discussion with ignited young minds, students and faculty of Raffles and other universities, on diplomacy and conservation through my book. At the superbly organized inaugural, first edition of “Words Beyond Borders” LitFest @WBBLITFEST in the backdrop of the historic Neemrana Fort. (..1/2)
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Happy to take part to the 1st edition of Words Beyond Borders International Literature Festival @WBBLITFEST , a celebration of Literature, Diplomacy & Dialogue
SESSION :: DIPLOMATS AFTER DARL
Join Padma Rao Sundarji (India) in a captivating conversation with Krishnan Srinivasan (India), Thomas Prinz (Germany) and Firat Sunel (Türkiye) as they delve into the fascinating world of crime fiction and thrillers.
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Are you in, around or close to Neemrana in Rajasthan? Do you love foreign policy and have a curiosity about India’s infamous western neighbour? Please come to Raffles University campus this afternoon by 4 PM to watch this unique panel discussion at the Words Beyond Borders book festival, featuring me in discussion with three former Indian diplomats who served in Pakistan and have written books about it. See you there!
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Delighted to be at the Words Beyond Borders Literature Festival in Neemrana, bringing together diplomat-writers from across the world. A unique confluence of literature, diplomacy & cultural perspectives, celebrating the power of stories to transcend borders & bring people closer
THE CHEETAH STORY: BRINGING DIPLOMACY AND CONSERVATION TOGETHER
When diplomacy crosses borders, even wildlife finds a new home
Join K.S.P.V. Pavan Kumar (India) in conversation with Prashant Agrawal (India).
🎟️ Free Entry | Registration Open
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🇧🇹 BHUTAN: BEYOND THE POSTCARD 🌿
What makes Bhutan truly unique?
Join Ranjit Rae (India) in conversation with Thierry Mathou (France) as they explore Bhutan
📍 Raffles University, Neemrana, Rajasthan
📅 25–27 October 2026
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SESSION :: PLAYING THE PART: WHEN LIFE BECOMES THEATRE
Join Éilís Ní Dhuibhne (Ireland), Hema Devare (India) and Branimir Farkaš (Croatia) for a fascinating conversation exploring the intersection of life, literature and theatre.
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Join Monisha Advani (India), Diana Mickevičienė (Lithuania), Luís Filipe Castro Mendes (Portugal) and Mohamed Maliki (Morocco) as they share their perspectives on India.
Words Beyond Borders International Literature Festival
Raffles University Neemrana, Rajasthan 25–27 Oct 2026
DR. AFTAB SETH
Diplomat | Author | Scholar | Bridge-Builder Between Cultures
Some stories are written in books. Others unfold across nations, cultures and the corridors of history.
We are honoured to welcome Amb. Dr. Aftab Seth, distinguished Indian diplomat to #WBBLITFEST 2026
SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT | FIRAT SUNEL
A diplomat who understands the world.
A novelist who gives its stories a voice.
Meet Fırat Sunel, Turkish diplomat and novelist, at WBBLITFEST 2026 — Words Beyond Borders.
From diplomacy to fiction, his journey reflects the extraordinary power
SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT | Luís Filipe Castro Mendes
A life shaped by diplomacy, a soul devoted to poetry.
For Portuguese poet, fiction writer and diplomat Luís Filipe Castro Mendes, literature and public service have been two defining threads of an extraordinary journey.
🌍 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT | ABDULLA SHAHID
From the corridors of diplomacy to the world of words, his journey reflects the very spirit of Words Beyond Borders — where international experience meets literature, ideas and human stories.
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✨ SPOTLIGHT | MAMANG DAI ✨
Some writers tell stories.
Mamang Dai makes landscapes speak.
An acclaimed poet, novelist and journalist from Arunachal Pradesh, Mamang Dai’s writing draws deeply from the landscapes, oral traditions, myths and cultural memory of Northeast India.
