The stage for the 42nd edition of the Agartala Book Fair is being set as Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha chaired a preparatory meeting at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan on Saturday evening. The event, scheduled to take place from February 21 to March 5, promises to be a literary extravaganza for book lovers and enthusiasts.
Key Decisions and Emphases: In the meeting, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha stressed the importance of broadening the horizons of the book fair by encouraging the participation of stalls from outside Tripura. He also underlined the significance of officially promoting and purchasing books authored by local writers, thereby supporting the literary talent within the region.
Logistical Considerations: Acknowledging the importance of seamless logistics, the Chief Minister issued directives to the organizers to ensure uninterrupted power supply, efficient traffic management, comfortable seating arrangements for visitors, and measures to prevent sound pollution. These instructions are geared towards enhancing the overall experience of attendees.
Diverse Participation: The meeting witnessed the presence of key figures including Mayor of Agartala Municipal Corporation Dipak Majumder, Vice-Chancellors of Tripura University and MBB University, Bangladesh Assistant High Commissioner Arif Mohammad, and other eminent personalities. Their collective insights and contributions added depth to the discussions, addressing various aspects that concern book lovers, sellers, and publishers.
Stakeholder Involvement: Representatives from the Agartala Press Club, Book Publishers, and other stakeholders actively participated in the discussions. President of Agartala Press Club Jayanta Bhattacharya and other representatives shared valuable suggestions aimed at ensuring the smooth and successful conduct of the Book Fair.
Local Flavor and Global Outreach: The emphasis on encouraging stalls from outside Tripura not only aims at diversifying the literary offerings but also fostering a sense of cultural exchange. The event is poised to be a platform where local and global literary treasures converge, providing attendees with a rich tapestry of reading options.
Next Steps: With the groundwork laid during this preparatory meeting, organizers are gearing up to make the 42nd Agartala Book Fair a memorable and inclusive event. The diverse range of topics discussed ensures that the interests of all stakeholders, from readers to publishers, will be well catered to.
As the countdown begins, the city eagerly awaits the opening day, when the doors of Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan will swing open, inviting one and all to immerse themselves in the literary feast that the Agartala Book Fair promises to be.
