The 12th May Sahitya Mela is scheduled for May 16 and 17 at RN Shetty Hall in Hubballi, Karnataka, India. Organized by Basavaraj Sulibhavi and Mahesh Pattar, the festival aims to foster dialogue on the theme 'Attack on Constitutional Democracy'. It will address concerns regarding the current state of democratic values in India, focusing on issues like equality, justice, and social harmony. The event will feature a variety of activities, including panel discussions, poetry sessions, storytelling, and cultural programs. Notable participants include retired judges such as Justice BG Kolse Patil and Justice H Nagamohan Das, along with prominent writers and social activists. The festival also aims to promote inclusivity and equal rights as envisioned in the Indian Constitution, while confronting challenges posed by recent socio-political developments.