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Gorakhpur Gears Up for First-Ever Book Festival: A 'Sahityik Mahakumbh'
31 Oct
Summary
- Gorakhpur to host 9-day book festival organized by National Book Trust
- Over 100 publishers to set up 200+ stalls showcasing thousands of books
- Festival to feature children's events, literary discussions, and cultural performances
In the aftermath of the spiritual grandeur of the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, the city of Gorakhpur is now gearing up for a literary celebration of its own. The first-ever Gorakhpur Book Festival, hailed as a 'Sahityik Mahakumbh', is set to take place from November 2nd to 9th, 2025.
The nine-day event, organized by the National Book Trust (NBT), will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and will showcase the city's rich literary, artistic, and spiritual heritage. Over 100 publishers will set up more than 200 stalls, offering thousands of books in Hindi, English, and other Indian languages. Visitors will be able to explore the National Digital Library of India, which will provide free access to over 3,000 e-books.
