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The Chandigarh Literary Society (CLS) is a not-for-profit registered body formed with the aim of promoting literature and creativity in the region. CLS serves as a network of creative minds, nurturing talent and bringing together writers, publishers, intellectuals, students and scholars. It organises local, regional, national and international level workshops, meetings, conferences, interactive events and competitions. Dr. Sumita Misra, IAS is the Founder Chairperson of CLS and has been actively involved in promoting art and literature under her patronage.

About Logo

The Tree is a powerful symbol of knowledge, life and growth. Worshipped by many civilizations for millenia, it has come to symbolize the mystic power it draws from the Earth and the Sky. The CLS tree-trunk pencil draws upon this power and extends the symbolism to a synergy of creative minds, envigorated by Earthy nourishment and Universal energy, and blossoming into fruitful activity. The diverse branches and leaves, representative of Chandigarh's Open Hand symbol motto - "open to give, open to receive", epitomize the very mission of the Chandigarh Literary Society.

Chairperson’s Message

‘Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher.’ (Oprah Winfrey)

Dr. Sumita Misra, IAS

Founder Chairperson, CLS

Director, Literati

Chandigarh Literary Society (CLS) was set up a decade ago with the single purpose of taking along like-minded people who would support the cause of promoting literature, art and culture in the region. From a handful, we have become a houseful of literary enthusiasts, writers, poets, singers, speakers, artists and performers. In short, CLS has come a long way since its inception in 2011 and all this has been possible due to the untiring efforts of its team and the love and support offered by benefactors....

CLS has been instrumental in bringing to the City Beautiful renowned authors- national and international, through literary fests, online interactions, book launches and literary events. Budding and aspiring writers are not only given platforms through literary competitions but also due recognition. As the founder Chairperson of the society, I am thankful to all those who have supported CLS and its cause so far, and look forward to seeing the organisation reach the pinnacle of glory in the coming years.

Thank you for your love and support.
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Dr. Sumita Misra, IAS

Founder Chairperson, CLS

Director, Literati

‘Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher.’
(Oprah Winfrey)

Chandigarh Literary Society (CLS) was set up a decade ago with the single purpose of taking along like-minded people who would support the cause of promoting literature, art and culture in the region. From a handful, we have become a houseful of literary enthusiasts, writers, poets, singers, speakers, artists and performers. In short, CLS has come a long way since its inception in 2011 and all this has been possible due to the untiring efforts of its team and the love and support offered by benefactors. CLS has been instrumental in bringing to the City Beautiful renowned authors- national and international, through literary fests, online interactions, book launches and literary events. Budding and aspiring writers are not only given platforms through literary competitions but also due recognition.

As the founder Chairperson of the society, I am thankful to all those who have supported CLS and its cause so far, and look forward to seeing the organisation reach the pinnacle of glory in the coming years.

Thank you for your love and support.

Latest Events

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Annual Poetry Writing Contest 2023

28 June 2023
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Father’s Day

18 June 2023