Lucknow: The much-awaited Lucknow Book Fair concluded on Sunday at Ravindralaya Charbagh, marking the end of a vibrant literary celebration that began on March 13. Organisers reported an estimated sale of books worth ₹32 lakh, reflecting strong public interest and participation.
The final day witnessed heavy footfall, with school students and young readers turning up in large numbers. The fair featured a rich mix of book launches, literary discussions, cultural events, and an Awadhi food festival, which received an enthusiastic response from visitors.
Among the highlights was the launch of children’s author Dr. Ruchi Srivastava’s books, including “Pakke Dost aur Neki ka Badla” and “Parv Hamare Rang-Birange”, in the presence of noted personalities such as Sanjeev Jaiswal Sanjay, Dr. Amita Dubey, Neelam Rakesh, and Vinay Srivastava.
A key attraction was a discussion on IPS officer Prashant Anand’s book “Rules to Rules”, where he interacted with Ayushi on leadership and governance. On the occasion of World Water Day, a seminar and poetry session was organised by Blue Drop and Radio Friends, featuring experts like Prof. Venkatesh Dutta, Additional Commissioner Rakesh Patel, and other distinguished speakers.
Young poets including Rishabh, Jyoti, Shivay, Faiz, Abhishek, Vishakha, and others captivated audiences with their recitations. The closing ceremony saw organiser Manoj Singh Chandel felicitate participants and contributors with mementos.
Earlier, on the occasion of World Puppetry Day, artists from Kafila Natya Sansthan staged engaging puppet shows under the direction of Meeraj Alam, while traditional puppeteer Naushad also showcased his art. Literary discussions such as “Kalam se Computer” by Dr. Sudhakar Adeeb and multiple book launches added depth to the आयोजन.
Notable releases included works by Mithilesh Dixit, Prof. Naresh Chandra Tripathi, and Alok Dubey, among others, with eminent speakers sharing their insights.
With a blend of literature, culture, and community engagement, the Lucknow Book Fair once again proved to be a major cultural highlight for the city, leaving readers and participants looking forward to its next edition.
