esSENSE Global Litmus’26 | Nishagandhi Auditorium, Thiruvananthapuram

Litmus’26 is the seventh edition of the annual gathering of freethinkers organized by esSENSE Global. Scheduled for 20 October 2026 at Nishagandhi Auditorium in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, the event brings together speakers and participants for a full day of debates, presentations, discussions and interactions on a range of social, scientific, philosophical and intellectual topics.

The programme includes a debate on Savarkar, a presentation on organic food, an interaction on the Malayali Memorial, a trial presentation on the case of Christ, Gen Z Court, discussions on reason and imagination, a dialogue between a Muslim and an Exmuslim, Open Clinic, discussions on intellectual jihad and global terrorism through the media, science and God, gene editing, and blasphemy. The schedule also includes an award distribution featuring Hon. Minister Mr. C P John, a prime debate titled “ദൈവം വിഭ്രാന്തിയോ?” and a concluding message.

Litmus’26 takes place from 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM IST. Registration costs ₹370 per person, with an optional lunch coupon available for ₹180. Participants can also make an optional donation during registration. YouTube members of the esSENSE Global channel can access the live stream, subject to YouTube membership terms. Sponsored registration opportunities are available for students, subject to sponsorship availability.

Event Details

• 📅 Date: 20 October 2026
• ⏰ Time: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM IST
• 📍 Location: Nishagandhi Auditorium, Nishagandhi Theater, Sooryakanthi Rd, Kanaka Nagar, Nanthancodu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695033, India
• 🎟️ Entry: Registration required
• 💰 Ticket Price: ₹370 per person
• 📞 Contact: +91 87140 11099
• 👤 Organizer: esSENSE Global
• 🍽️ Food & Beverages: Optional lunch coupon for ₹180