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The dreamer who wants the world to read Nepali literature
Publication: Global Voices
Author: Sangita Swechcha
Source published: 09/11/2026, 05:00:27 UTC
Briefing created: 09/11/2026, 06:31:34 UTC
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Briefings
Rishi Ram Adhikari, founder of the Kitab Yatra Foundation, launched the Kitab Jatra Festival in 2018 to promote Nepali literature globally. The festival has evolved from a local gathering in Nepal to an international event connecting readers across Nepal, India, the UK, USA, and Europe. Adhikari emphasizes that Nepali literature is no longer confined by geographical boundaries, aiming to bridge the gap between local writers and international audiences through partnerships and translation initiatives.
Key points
- Rishi Ram Adhikari founded the Kitab Yatra Foundation in 2018 to promote Nepali literature and launched the Kitab Jatra Festival in Nepal in 2018.
- The festival has expanded internationally since 2018, connecting Nepali voices with readers in the UK, USA, India, Portugal, Belgium, and Germany.
Context
The Kitab Jatra Festival is organized by the Kitab Yatra Foundation, a Nepal-based organization promoting literature and cultural exchange. Since its 2018 launch, the festival has grown from a local gathering into an international event, with Rishi Ram Adhikari serving as Founder and Chairman. The organization has established over 20 libraries and introduced scholarship programs, supported by the 5th edition of the Tally MSME Honours 2025.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to interviews with Rishi Ram Adhikari and a single photo from the 7th Edition of the Kitab Jatra Festival in Nepal in December 2025. International expansion details are inferred from the festival's growth narrative rather than confirmed statistics. Future plans for Dubai, Australia, Portugal, Belgium, and Germany are mentioned as plans rather than completed events. Specific financial figures, audience demographics, or translation success metrics are not provided.
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