3rd Chinar Book Festival in Srinagar attracts thousands of students, promotes reading culture
Srinagar, July 25,2026- The 3rd Chinar Book Festival at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar is witnessing an overwhelming response, emerging as one of the largest literary and educational events in the Union Territory. The festival has attracted participation from more than 5,500 schools, with over 32,000 students visiting the venue every day, […]
DC Akshay Labroo flags off Chinar Book Festival Shikara Rally on Dal Lake
Srinagar, July 16,2026- Ahead of the much-awaited 3rd Chinar Book Festival 2026, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Akshay Labroo on Thursday flagged off the Chinar Book Festival Shikara Rally on the iconic Dal Lake, marking the official commencement of promotional activities for the literary extravaganza. The colourful rally, featuring traditionally decorated shikaras carrying festival banners and promotional material, […]
3rd Chinar Book Festival 2026 to be held at SKICC Srinagar from July 18–26
Srinagar, July 16,2026- The picturesque city of Srinagar is all set to celebrate literature, knowledge, and culture as the 3rd Chinar Book Festival 2026 opens its doors at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) from July 18 to July 26. Organised by the National Book Trust (NBT), India, under the Ministry of Education, Government of […]
LG Manoj Sinha releases Satish Vimal’s book ‘Hindora’
Kashmir, December 14,2025:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday released the book ‘Hindora’, authored by noted writer Satish Vimal, at a formal function attended by literary figures, officials, and art enthusiasts. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor appreciated the author’s contribution to literature and emphasised the role of creative writing in preserving cultural heritage and […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha celebrates Global Indian Spirit at Ghazipur LitFest
Kashmir, November 8,2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha delivered the keynote address at the Ghazipur Literature Festival, which brought together renowned authors, scholars, artists, and policymakers from the Indian diaspora across Mauritius, South Africa, Suriname, Fiji, Norway, and several other countries. In his address, LG Sinha highlighted the immense contribution of the Indian diaspora to humanity’s […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates Veshaw Literary festival in Kulgam
Kulgam , October 16,2025- Lieutenant Governor Manoj sinha inaugurated the Veshaw Literary festival earlier today in Kulgam , marking the start of annual celebration of literature , arts and culture . The two day event brings together writers , artists and readers to share ideas, discuss books, and promote a variety of creative and literary […]
Discover the Magic of Reading: Chinar book festival Srinagar
The preservation of our traditional wisdom is not just a duty but a vibrant way to inspire and connect generations. The second Chinar Book Festival, held from August 2-10, 2025, at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, embodied this spirit by celebrating the power of books and the richness of Kashmiri culture. Organized […]
Kashmir Lit Fest 2025: J&K LG Manoj Sinha to be the Chief Guest
Srinagar, August 21, 2025 – The much-anticipated Kashmir Literary Festival (KLF) 2025 is scheduled to take place on October 11 and 12 in Srinagar, promising to be a landmark cultural event in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The organizers have announced that Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinhahas been invited as the Chief Guest, elevating the festival’s stature with […]
The New Jammu & Kashmir – A Journey from Fear to Hope
Under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, the new Jammu & Kashmir has transformed into a land of opportunity, growth, and unity. Jobs are being created, and economic assistance is reaching those who need it the most. This is no longer a place that embraces separatists, but one that embraces ordinary Kashmiris with warmth […]
Himachal Diwas in J&K: LG Sinha Calls for Cultural Unity, Heritage Pride & Inter-State Exchange
Himachal Diwas in J&K: LG Sinha Calls for Cultural Unity, Heritage Pride & Inter-State Exchange On 15 April 1948, thirty princely states of the hilly areas gave up their rule for the cultural and social unity of Himachal Pradesh. And they all joined free India. Today, it has been seventy years since that incident. And […]