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New Delhi: A discussion based on the books published
under the Navlekhan series by National Book Trust, India to promote young
authors was organized at the Theme Pavilion. The compilers of the books Shri Gurahari
Das (Odia), Shri Bibhash Chowdhry (Asamiya), Shri Joy D’Cruz (Tamil), Shri Amar
Mitra (Bangla) and Dr K S Ravi Kumar (Malayalam) were the speakers on the
occasion. Shri Baldeo Bhai Sharma, Chairman, NBT chaired the session. He said
that the Navlekhan Series is an attempt to encourage young writers and provide
them a meaningful platform to publish their works.
The speakers on the occasion
talked about the new generation of writers. They opined that the young writers
are still in the process of defining their narrative style and delimiting their
zones in matters of theme and culture. They do not dwell upon romantic ideas rather
they talk about serious matters concerning the society. Sixteen books have been brought out by NBT, ten in
Hindi and six in regional languages which were released at the New Delhi World
Book Fair.
Besides discussion, several other programmes were organized
at the Theme Pavilion including the Choir songs presented by L. Samuel and
troupe, Poumai Baptist Church, New Delhi spreading the message of peace and
love; a panel discussion on the topic India’s Secular Literary Tradition in
which the Dr Krishna Sharma, Dr Nand Lal Mehta and Dr Chandrakanta were the
speakers. They talked of the need to understand the meaning of the word
Secularism which is misinterpreted to stand against religion. They also opined
that different words are used in the same context and its meaning is also
interpreted in different ways. They felt that there is also a need to look back
to our past, traditions and culture to understand the world secularism.
The Children’s Pavilion, today also was filled with
activities and fun. The morning session began with a presentation by Bachpan
Society for Children’s Literature and Culture titled ‘Kahavate Manch Par’ in
which the children were informed about the common sayings that are used in
different contexts in daily life. Girija Rani Asthana and Shashi Jain,
children’s authors interacted with the children. A play titled ‘Ek Din Ki
Badshahat’ was performed by school children. The Odisi dance performance by
Trupti Panigrahi mesmerized the audience at the Pavilion.
China Social Sciences Press organized the launch of
the English Edition of China Insights
at the China Pavilion. This book gives a comprehensive analysis of the
contemporary Chinese society starting from economy to culture, including the
introduction of Chinese path, theories and systems. Mr. Li Piguang, Deputy
Director of China Social Sciences Press introduced the guests present on the
occasion, which included, Ms. Myriam Poort, Editorial Director, Social Sciences
and Humanities, Springer; Ms. Sun Ping, Editor of Major Project Publication
Center, China Social Sciences Press; Ms. Zhang Lin, Deputy Director of
International Studies Center, China Social Sciences Press; Mr. B.R. Deepak,
Professor, Jawaharlal Nehru University; Mr. Hemant Adlakha, Associate
Professor, Jawaharlal Nehru University. The speakers also exchanged their views
on cultural exchange between China and India since ancient times.
Lifi Publications and Anhui People’s Publishing
House (China) organized ‘The Colorful Silk Road: a Promotion Event for Books and
Products on Chinese Folklore Culture at the China pavilion. During the event an
agreement between both publishers was signed at the event for the publishing of
ten titles including Highlights of China, and Talk the Silk Road. Yesterday,
the book titled Global Game Change,
authored by John Nasbitt and Doris Nasbitt was released followed by a
discussion on the book.
Eight books published by Anjuman Prakashan,
Allahabad were released at Hall No. 12 including Zindagi Ki khoj Mein, Ek Tukda Love, Shartiya Ishaq, Sarhadein, Sapna,
One Sided, Automation Ki Duniya Mein Ab Aapki Bari Hai; Discussion on
‘Whatsapp Chatting’ was organized by the Prabhat Publication at Sahitya Manch; Book
release of Super Success Student Guide authored by Nitin Soni was also organized
at Hall No. 8.
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