'Kannada Literature Conference') is the premier gathering of writers, poets and Kannadigas.

It is held with the aim of preserving and developing the Kannada language, its literature, art, culture and music.

The Kannada Sahitya Parishat is responsible for holding the gathering.

The 87th Kannada Sahitya Sammelana held in Mandya in December 2024 was the recent event.

After 30 years of gap, Mandya got the opportunity for the third time with Go.