06/06/2026
Day of Russian Language and Alexander Pushkin’s Birthday observed in Trivandrum
The Day of the Russian Language and the birthday of Alexander Pushkin were observed in Trivandrum on 6 June 2026 through a series of literary and educational events. The programme included a seminar attended by writers and literary critics, an exhibition entitled “Pushkin and the Silver Age”, and a lecture on the relationship between Alexander Pushkin and Vladimir Dal. The occasion also marked the inauguration of celebrations commemorating the 225th birth anniversary of Vladimir Dal.
Writer and critic Pradeep Panangad inaugurated the literary evening and spoke about Pushkin’s contribution to world literature. Dr S. Neelakantan conducted a masterclass for thirty-five schoolchildren from twelve schools based on Pushkin’s literary characters. Dr Julia Matveeva of the Vladimir Dal State Museum of the History of Russian Literature delivered an online lecture. The event was jointly organised by the Russian Centre of the Russkiy Mir Foundation, the Vladimir Dal Museum and the Honorary Consulate of Russia in Trivandrum.