Arvind KashyapKasauli, Oct. 26 -- Against the tranquil backdrop of pine-clad hills, the three-day Khushwant Singh Literature Festival concluded with a compelling blend of historical introspection, artistic celebration, personal journeys and environmental consciousness, leaving audiences with much to ponder on leadership, dissent and the art of living mindfully, here on Sunday.

Anchored in the theme "The Art of Disagreement: Conversations Across Divides," the final day brought together distinguished voices from the worlds of the military, literature, art, medicine and environmental activism. From a searching reassessment of military history to reflections on climate change and the pressures of modern life, the sessions underscored the festi...