The Midnight's Children Conference

The Midnight's Children Conference refers to a gathering inspired by Salman Rushdie’s novel "Midnight's Children," which explores India’s post-independence history through the lives of children born at midnight on August 15, 1947. The conference typically discusses themes of identity, freedom, and cultural change, using the book as a lens to reflect on historical and social developments. Participants often include scholars, writers, and students, who analyze how individual lives mirror broader national transitions. It fosters critical dialogue about history, literature, and the ongoing impact of colonialism and independence in India and beyond.