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Patna Book Fair: A Young Reader's Paradise Opens!
2 Nov
Summary
- The 42nd Patna Book Fair will run from December 4 to December 15.
- Over 350 literary and cultural programs are planned, with a youth focus.
- The fair honors folk poet Satyanarayan and features diverse attractions.
Gandhi Maidan in Patna will host the 42nd Patna Book Fair from December 4 to December 15, featuring 200 stalls and over 350 programs. This year's event places a significant emphasis on young readers, aspiring writers, and student engagement. Organized by the Centre for Readership Development (CRD), the fair is dedicated to noted folk poet Satyanarayan.
Young participants will find platforms like 'Youth Podium' for discussions on various issues and 'Shabdankur' for emerging poets. 'Chitthiyan' invites readings of life-shaping letters, while 'Hunar' offers daily competitions for over 5,000 students in activities like storytelling and waste reuse. 'School Utsav' will showcase student performances.
Additional attractions include 'Cinema-Unema' for daily film screenings and interactions, 'Swasthya-Samvad' with medical specialists, and sessions on education and careers ('Coaching Master', 'Gyan-Rozgar'). Literary events like 'Kavyakatha' and 'Jansamvad' will also be held, alongside street plays by college students under 'Nukkad Ke Rang'. An expanded art gallery will display works by various artists, and 'Swaad Vihar' will offer regional cuisines.
