The 99th Akhil Marathi Sahitya Sammelan commenced in Satara, inaugurated with a flag hoisting ceremony. Organized by the Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad and Mavla Foundation, the event features literary discussions, a book exhibition, and panels on various literary aspects. Dignitaries including Public Works Minister Shrimant Chhatrapati Shivendrasinhraje Bhosale and conference president Vishwas Patil attended the inauguration.