3rd Chinar Book Festival concludes in Srinagar
Srinagar, July 27,2026- The 3rd Chinar Book Festival concluded successfully in Srinagar after an inspiring nine-day celebration of books, ideas, creativity and cultural exchange, reaffirming Kashmir’s growing literary landscape. Organised under the theme “Together We Read, Together We Lead,” the festival brought together more than 200 publishers, over 800 authors, artists and literary personalities, and thousands […]
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, […]
Writers Forum Baramulla celebrates young author Eeman Khan, promotes literary culture in Kashmir
Baramulla,July 22,2026- Kashmir’s vibrant literary tradition received a fresh boost as the Writers Forum Baramulla organised a literary gathering that brought together prominent local writers, poets, literary enthusiasts, and young readers to celebrate creativity and encourage emerging talent. The highlight of the event was the launch of “The Lord Sorcery,” the debut book by young author […]
Students inspired by Astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla at Chinar Book Festival in Srinagar
Srinagar, July 20,2026- Students from across Jammu and Kashmir had a rare opportunity to interact with Indian Air Force Group Captain and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla during a special session at the ongoing Chinar Book Festival at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar. The interactive session drew enthusiastic participation from hundreds of students, teachers and […]
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 […]
DC Baramulla launches book donation drive at Girls HSS under Sewa Parv 2025
Baramulla, 30 September 2025: Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Mingas Herpa, inaugurated a book donation drive at Girls Higher Secondary School (HSS), Baramulla, as part of #SewaParv2025 initiatives. The drive aims to promote literacy, education, and knowledge sharing among students. Students and volunteers enthusiastically participated, donating a variety of books to support the spread of learning, reading […]
Chinar Book Festival 2025 concludes at SKICC, celebrating Kashmir’s literary spirit
Srinagar, August 10, 2025 – The second edition of the Chinar Book Festival 2025, held from August 2 to 10 at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, concluded today, celebrating Kashmir’s literary culture and fostering a vibrant reading culture among youth and book enthusiasts. Organized by the National Book Trust (NBT), India, in […]
Preparations underway for Chinar Book Festival 2025 in Srinagar; over 300 publishers expected
Srinagar , July 24, 2025 Dr. Amit Wanchoo, Chief Convener of the Chinar Book Festival, along with Shri Yuvraj Malik, Director of the National Book Trust, called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today to discuss preparations for the upcoming Chinar Book Festival 2025, scheduled to be held from August 2 to August 10 in […]