Lit-Treat: Edition VI
2025-09-15 09:00 - 2025-09-16 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Sai Hira Global Convention Centre, Prasanthi Nilayam
Contours of Consciousness: Mapping Life, Literature and Spirituality
15 & 16 September 2025
Sai Hira Global Convention Centre, Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi
The Department of Languages & Literature – English, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), warmly invites academicians, scholars, research students, and lovers of literature to participate in the sixth edition of Lit-Treat.
This year’s theme, Contours of Consciousness: Mapping Life, Literature and Spirituality, explores the timeless dialogue between literature and spirituality—tracing how narratives, poetry, and drama across cultures reflect and shape humanity’s search for meaning, transcendence, and inner harmony.
Distinguished Plenary Speakers
The event will feature insightful addresses by eminent scholars, including:

– Prof. N. Nagaraju, Vice-Chancellor, The English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad
– Prof. Sreekala M. Nair, Director, International School for Sree Sankaracharya Studies, SSUS, Kalady
– Prof. Sumita Roy, Former Director, English Language Training Centre, Osmania University, Hyderabad
– Dr. Lalitha Sarma, Project Research Scientist, IIT Bombay and alumna of SSSIHL

Panel Discussions
Participants can look forward to erudite discussions on diverse themes such as:

– Spiritual Insights in Sanskrit Literature – Department of Sanskrit, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning and National Sanskrit University, Tirupati
– The Seer, the Seen, and the Act of Seeing: Perception in Literature, Philosophy, and Spirituality – Department of English and Cultural Studies, Christ University, Bengaluru
– Sai Kruta Vahini: Conversations on Sri Sathya Sai Vahinis – The Centre for Sri Sathya Sai Studies, Sri Sathya Sai Centre for Human Values and Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre
– Decoding Spirituality: Key Texts in Sai Literature – Department of Languages and Literature, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning
– Spirituality Across Traditions: Select Narratives – Department of English, Central University of Andhra Pradesh, Anantapur

Cultural Events
Adding a rich cultural dimension, the programme will include:

– Hermeneutics of Abhinaya: Embodied Interpretation of Literature in Mohiniyattam by Ms. Vidya Pradeep
– A cultural presentation by the students of the Department of Languages & Literature – English, SSSIHL

The two-day confluence promises to be a vibrant celebration of ideas, art, and cultural expression, offering participants an opportunity to engage deeply with the intersections of life, literature, and spirituality.
Register here: https://sssso.zohobackstage.in/LitTreatVI
For queries, contact: events.engdept@sssihl.edu.in
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44th Annual Convocation of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning
2025-11-22 16:00 - 18:30 | Prasanthi Nilayam
22 November 2025
Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning celebrates its 44th Annual Convocation on 22 November 2025 at the Poornachandra Auditorium, Prasanthi Nilayam.
The Vice-Chancellor Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad will deliver the inaugural address. Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan, Hon’ble Vice President of India, will deliver the Convocation address as the Chief Guest and Sri N. Chandrababu Naidu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh will grace the occasion as the Guest of Honour.
The grand ceremony will see the Chancellor, Sri K Chakravarthi, IAS (Retd.), admit candidates to their undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, and doctoral research degrees.
Venue: Poornachandra Auditorium, Prasanthi Nilayam
Join us Live on 22 Nov 2025, at 4 pm at https://youtube.com/@SriSathyaSaiOfficial
Press Releases: Pre-Event

Annual Sports & Cultural Meet 2026
2026-01-11 08:00 - 2026-01-15 23:59 | Prasanthi Nilayam
The Sri Sathya Sai Educational Institutions Annual Sports & Cultural Meet 2026 will be held from 11 to 15 January 2026 at Prasanthi Nilayam, Andhra Pradesh. This year’s event is of profound significance as it is held during the Birth Centenary Year of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, Revered Founder Chancellor, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning. This makes the celebration even more sacred and meaningful.
Annual Sports & Cultural Meet 2026 Schedule
The event will witness the joyful participation of students from the following institutions:
– Sri Sathya Sai Higher Secondary School (Girls Wing)
– Sri Sathya Sai Higher Secondary School (Boys Wing)
– Smt. Eswaramma High School
– Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Medical Sciences (SSSIHMS) – College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences
– Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL)
Marking the culmination of a year-long journey of enthusiastic engagement in sports, cultural activities, and fine arts, the Annual Meet is a deeply treasured tradition. It provides a sacred platform for students and staff to offer their love and gratitude to Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba through awe-inspiring physical displays and enriching cultural performances. These presentations reflect the timeless values nurtured through the Sri Sathya Sai Values-based Integral Education system practised at SSSIHL.
Sports Presentations — 11 January 2026
The main event—split into morning and afternoon sessions—will feature sports presentations from all participating institutions and will be held at the Sri Sathya Sai Hill View Stadium in Prasanthi Nilayam.
Watch Live on the official SSSIHL YouTube channel.
Cultural Presentations — 12-15 January 2026
The cultural presentations, featuring evocative drama productions and devotional music offerings by students, will be held at Sai Kulwant Hall, Prasanthi Nilayam. This includes the Prize Distribution Ceremony on the morning of Makarasankranti, 15 January 2026.
Watch Live on the official YouTube channel of Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre (SSSMC), Prasanthi Mandir Live.
Come, be part of this inspiring celebration of unity, excellence, and devotion. Join us live and experience the spirit of love in action.
Annual Sports & Cultural Meet 2026 – Pre-Event Press Release

National Startup Day 2026 at SSSIHL
2026-01-15 08:30 - 2026-01-16 16:30 | Prasanthi Nilayam
National Startup Day, celebrated annually on 16 January, marks the launch of the Startup India initiative (2016) and was formally declared by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India in 2022 to recognize the vital role of startups in nation-building.
The Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), through its Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), is proud to host National Startup Day 2026 on 15–16 January 2026 at Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi.
The celebration brings together CXOs, startup founders, investors, mentors, academicians, researchers, and students to foster innovation rooted in human values, sustainability, and societal impact.
What to expect:

– Talks on Innovation & Startups
– Panel Discussions & Workshops
– Poster Competition
– Felicitation of Innovators
– Student-led Startup Ideas

Themes: Environment | Health | Energy
Visit: iic.sssihl.edu.in
