42 international kolkata book fair 2018

The venue of the book fair is located in the permanent fairground milan. With a total attendance over 2 million people every year, it is one of the worlds largest book fairs. It is the worlds largest nontrade book fair, asias largest book fair and the most attended book fair in the world. International kolkata book fair or kolkata boi mela the fair begins on the last wednesday of the month of january and it continues for 12 days. There will be 42 bangladesh themed stalls at kolkata book fair 2018. Jan 22, 2018 the 40th international kolkata book fair will commence from january 27 and will close on february 7. The guild has felicitated a teacher from chakdah in nadia district for buying books worth rs 2.

Nostalgic 42nd international kolkata book fair will start from 30th. A major attraction of the world book fair is the kolkata literature festival which will be held simultaneously with the world book fair from february 8 and will continue till february 10 at the same location. Kolkata international book fair 2018 is the perfect milieu of art, culture, literature and everything that shouts kolkata. Jan 09, 2018 soumitra chattopadhyay 82, the legendary film and theatre actor, will be conferred with the frances highest order of merit legion of honour at the 42nd international kolkata book fair 2018. The 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair beginning in january 2018 will feature france as the focus country, the organisers said on sunday. Booksellers guild, said bolivia would be the focal theme count. Read more about books worth rs 21 cr sold at international kolkata book fair on business standard. The 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair 2018 will be inaugurated today by bengal chief minister mamata banerjee and frances minister of. Bangladesh s increased presence in kolkata book fair 2018 is done to strengthen diplomatic relations between the two neighbouring nations. The 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair is underway in west bengal and has been garnering a large crowd of avid readers from. Thousands throng the fair everyday for books imported from around the globe. The new delhi world book fair, hosted at pragati maidan in new delhi, is indias oldest book fair after the kolkata book fair. Feb 03, 2018 the venue for the international kolkata book fair 2018 will be central park mela complex at salt lake in karunamayee and the timings will be 12 pm to 8 pm. The fair will be inaugurated on 30th january, 2018 in the presence of our chief.

The book fair is the second biggest festival in bengal after durga puja, where thousands of people from all over the state come to the city to. France in focus at 42nd kolkata international book fair. Jan 15, 2018 it is the worlds largest nontrade book fair with a total footfall of over 2 million people annually. Itpo will organize india international leather fair iilf 2019 which is earlier known as international leather goods fairilgf. The venue for the international kolkata book fair 2018 will be central park mela complex at salt lake in karunamayee and the timings will be 12 pm to 8 pm.

Handicrafts, music, chitchats and multi cuisine delicacies are the other attractions of the fair. Jan 31, 2018 the russian pavilion named russian books organized by the jsc general directorate of international book exhibitions and fairs with support of the consulate general of the russian federation in kolkata and russian center of science and culture rcsc in kolkata was solemnly inaugurated on january 31, 2018 within the framework of the 42th international kolkata book fair, which is held at the. A secure, cashfree way to shop the fair with yearround shopping online. Jan 30, 2018 there will be 42 bangladesh themed stalls at kolkata book fair 2018. The 42nd international kolkata book fair was held from 30 january to 11 february 2018. Everything about kolkata book fair 2020 rider escaped. Top stories in 42nd kolkata book fair 2018 welcome to jiyo bangla, bengals premier portal that provides updates about flourishing bengal, cultural heritage, celebrity news, new benga. Kolkata book fair 2018 is all set to bring out the geek in.

Ahmedabad national bookfair gmdc ground, ahmedabad, india rated 4. There will be various segments involved such as lifestyle, electronics, handlooms, handicrafts, finance and many. Download premium images you cant get anywhere else. Exhibition has around 400 stalls from all over the world. I would like to humbly inform and share with all interested that my first book why happens, what happens it is chemistry, in lifes laboratory. The best books and stories brought to life with unforgettable characters. This resembles a famous quote, which came to our mind is 42 nd international kolkata book fair.

Participants include 200 small magazines and over 580 stalls. February 3 rd will be observed as bangladesh day at the book fair. The russian pavilion named russian books organized by the jsc general directorate of international book exhibitions and fairs with support of the consulate general of the russian federation in kolkata and russian center of science and culture rcsc in kolkata was solemnly inaugurated on january 31, 2018 within the framework of the 42th international kolkata book fair, which is held at the. It was first proposed in 2008 but construction was delayed for nearly two years. Kolkata is presently celebrating the 42nd international book fair 2018 at the central park, salt lake.

Bengal is known as the pioneers of culture when the same is concerned with literature. The 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair 2018 will be inaugurated today by bengal chief minister mamata banerjee and frances minister of culture and communication francoise nyssen. International kolkata book fair the worlds biggest. Russian pavilion was inaugurated at the 42th international.

Kolkata book fair 2018 events, tickets, activities and. On the occasion of the 2nd cape town book fair, the 2007 ipa freedom prize special award was also awarded posthumously to anna politkovskaya of russia 19582006, and hrant dink of turkey 19542007 on 15 june 2007. How do i reach the international kolkata book fair, if i am from kolkata. Bangladeshs increased presence in kolkata book fair 2018 is done to strengthen diplomatic relations between the two neighbouring nations. Nov 05, 2017 the 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair beginning in january 2018 will feature france as the focus country, the organisers said on sunday. Film director goutam ghosh, actress gargi roy chowdhury and veteran actor manoj mitra during international kolkata book fair in kolkata on feb 6, 2018.

Published on february 5, 2018 february 6, 2018 by oursamyatra 42 nd international kolkata book fair books are probably the best friend even in the saddest time of our life. State transport minister suvendu adhikary on saturday released a booklet on the bus arrangement plan for the convenience of the visitors at the kolkata international book fair from. Find highquality 42nd international kolkata book fair stock photos and editorial news pictures from getty images. The ambience, the attendees, the aroma, the aura once you visit the fair, youre sure to fall in love with it. The map of the location is provided on the home page. And literally, people from all over the world come to visit this winter fair. The 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair 2018. The venue for the international kolkata book fair 2018 at central park mela complex at salt lake in karunamayee and the timings is 12 pm to 8 pm. Kolkata international book fair 2018 is just around the. The theme of the kolkata world book fair 2018 is france as it completes its third year as the partner country at the international book fair.

The stage is set for the 42nd international kolkata book fair, which chief minister mamata banerjee will inaugurate on tuesday. Guild press release international kolkata book fair. The bonjour india festival will start at jaipur and its closing ceremony will be held at the 42nd kolkata international book fair 2018. Mamata flags off 42nd international kolkata book fair the statesman. As per the international book fair calendar it will be open to all from 31st january, 2018 till 11th february, 2018. Kolkata international book fair 42nd 2018 salt lake. If your questions are still not resolved, dont hesitate to fill up the form below and contact us. A 12 days trade show, kolkata book fair is going to be held in kolkata, india from 29 jan 2020 to 09 feb 2020 focusing on book fairs product categories.

International kolkata book fair, a book lovers paradise. Jun 11, 2018 we are back this monsoon with india international kolkata trade fair from the organizers of india international mega trade fair a leading and multiple award winning brand in india. It was rs 1 crore more than the sales figure at the book fair in 2018, according to data available till monday evening. The international kolkata book fair formerly known in english as calcutta book fair is the largest and oldest book fair in india, as well as one of the most important events of its kind in asia. Soumitra chattopadhyay to be awarded with legion of honour. The fair will be inaugurated on 30th january, 2018 in the presence of our chief guest, honorable chief minister of west bengal, smt. The fair, publicized to be worlds largest attended. The 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair 2018 is here to woo the book lovers. Top stories in 42nd kolkata book fair 2018 jiyo bangla.

The example of the frankfurt book fair a commercial trade fair of books came up. Book, at the 42nd international kolkata book fair 2018. It was rs 1 crore more than the sales figure at the book fair in 2018, according. Earn cash for the school or get double the profit with scholastic dollars. You can find booksellers, singers, vendors and picnicers flocking to the book fair grounds during the mela. The opening ceremony was done with the students of aisadamas international school the focal theme was france. The 42nd international kolkata book fair 2018 full tour. Love for books and the kolkata bookfair guest post. Kolkata24x7stage is set for the 42nd international book fair. Opportunities and challenges, mumbai book fairs, conferences and exhibitions sage india. Kolkata literature festival to host french, scottish writers in book fair published. The 24th edition of india international leather fair iilf, kolkata will be held from september, 2019 at biswa bangla convention centre new town, kolkata, india. It is located in chowringhee, the central business district of the city, between tata centre and jeevan sudha. Dhaka, feb 16 unb while the amar ekushey book fair 2018 is drawing greater number of crowd with each passing day, books authored by bangladeshi writers also attracted many people at the 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair.

This will be frances 3rd appearance as focal theme country at the international kolkata book fair the 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair 2018 inaugurated. Guatemala was the theme country of the 43rd international kolkata book fair in 2019. The 42nd international kolkata book fair knocking at the door for her inauguration on the 30 january 2018. Kolkata book fair 2018largest international book fair jan 31 11 feb 2018 duration. The 42nd kolkata international book fair is a mustvisit for.

Frequently asked questions international kolkata book fair. Minar mansur, the newly employed director of the national book centre was greeted with flower on may 14, 2019 by academic and creative publishers association of bangladesh. International publishers association 2007 ipa ftp prize. Kolkata literature festival to host french, scottish writers. The opening ceremony was done with the students of aisadamas international school. Special bus services for kolkata international book fair. Nov 29, 2017 42 international kolkata book fair 2018 this feature is not available right now.

Itpo iilf kolkata india trade promotion organisation. Started in 1976 with more than 50 stalls and 30 publishers, the kolkata book fair has come a long way. West bengal chief minister mamata banerjee and frances ambassador to india alexandre ziegler during the inauguration of 42nd international kolkata book fair 2018 in kolkata on jan 30, 2018. Books worth rs 21 cr sold at international kolkata book fair. The 42 is a residential skyscraper in kolkata in the state of west bengal, india. Calcutta book fair in english, and officially antarjatik kolkata boimela is the worlds largest nontrade book fair and asias largest and most attended book fair in the world. The kolkata book fair started its journey in the year 1976, with only 56 stalls and 34 publishers, now it boasts of being the largest one in asia. Soumitra chattopadhyay to be awarded with legion of. Soumitra chattopadhyay to be awarded with legion of honour at 42nd international kolkata book fair 2018 january 9, 2018 no comments soumitra chattopadhyay 82, the legendary film and theatre actor, will be conferred with the frances highest order of merit legion of honour at the 42nd international kolkata book fair 2018. The 12daylong international kolkata book fair has registered a record sale of rs 21 crore, the organisers said. The 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair. The 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair is set to start within 2 months from now.

Jan 30, 2018 the 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair 2018 will be inaugurated today by bengal chief minister mamata banerjee and frances minister of culture and communication francoise nyssen. The 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair 2018 will be inaugurated today by bengal chief minister mamata banerjee. Kolkata international book fair 42nd 2018 salt lake the 42nd edition of the international kolkata book fair 2018. The 26th new delhi world book fair, january 614 at pragati maidan, new delhi, was organised by the national book trust nbt in association with india trade promotion organisation. The focal theme of international kolkata book fair this year france the centre of culture of europe. Book fairs, conferences and exhibitions sage india.

Mamata flags off 42nd international kolkata book fair. The theme of the fair was books for readers with special needs and sharjah is the guest of honours country. This is the theme song of 42nd kolkata international book fair. The 42nd edition of the annual extravaganza promises to set the bar higher and france is this years focal theme. The fair now has been shifted to the periphery of the city. Top stories in 42nd kolkata book fair 2018 jiyo bangla it. The first new delhi world book fair was held from march 18 to april 4, 1972 in roughly 6790 m 2 area with 200 participants. The 42nd international kolkata book fair was inaugurated on january 30, 2018, at central park mela complex at the presence of chief guest of honour, mamata banerjee the chief minister of west bengal, french award recipient and acting stalwart soumitra chatterjee and the french ambassador to india, alexandre ziegler among other prominent dignitaries.