Coimbatore Book Festival 2024 – CODISSIA

The 8th edition of the Coimbatore Book Festival is set to captivate book lovers, students, and the general public for ten days of literary celebration. This annual event, jointly organized by the Coimbatore District Administration and CODISSIA, aims to promote reading culture and showcase a vast array of publications from across India.

Start Date

19/07/2024

End Date

28/07/2024

Open Time

Close Time

Event Address

Codissia Trade Fair ComplexNehru Nagar West, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641004

Event Contact Information

Coimbatore Book Festival 2024
  • Event: Coimbatore Book Festival 2024 – CODISSIA
  • Date: July 19 – 28, 2024 (10 days)
  • Venue: CODISSIA Complex, Coimbatore
  • Organizers: Coimbatore District Administration and Coimbatore District Small Scale Industries’ Association (CODISSIA)

The 8th edition of the Coimbatore Book Festival is set to enthrall book lovers, students, and the general public for ten days of literary celebration. This annual event, jointly organized by the Coimbatore District Administration and CODISSIA, aims to promote reading culture and showcase a vast array of publications from across India.

Key Highlights

  1. Extensive Book Collection:
    • Over 250 stalls displaying and selling books
    • Lakhs of titles covering a wide range of subjects
    • Participation from renowned publishers across various states in India
  2. High-Profile Inauguration:
    • To be inaugurated by honorable ministers
    • Attendance by notable officials including:
      • District Collector Kranthi Kumar Padi
      • City Police Commissioner
      • Members of Parliament
      • Members of Legislative Assembly
      • Corporation Commissioner
      • Representatives of local bodies
  3. Daily Cultural and Literary Programs:
    • Art and literary events
    • Special programs featuring famous literary personalities and artists
    • Poetry sessions (Kaviarangam)
    • Essay competitions
    • Speech contests
    • Theatrical performances and awareness dramas
  4. Industry Focus:
    • Strengthening the book industry through consistent efforts and commitment
    • Regular policy reviews
    • Providing logistic support
    • Developing infrastructure
    • Promoting environmental protection
    • Nurturing budding entrepreneurs
  5. Coordination Committee: A coordination committee meeting was held under the chairmanship of District Collector Kranthi Kumar Padi, attended by:
    • Additional Collector (Development) Ms. Swetasuman
    • Assistant Collector (Training) Mr. Angathkumar Jain
    • Personal Assistant to Collector Mrs. M. Kokila
    • District Library Officer Mr. Rajendran
    • Coimbatore Book Festival President Mr. K. Ramesh
    • CODISSIA President Mr. Karthikeyan
    • Book Festival Vice President Mr. Rajesh
    • Former president of the book festival Mr. Vijay Anand
    • Various government officials

Visitor Information

  • Expected footfall: Lakhs of visitors
  • Open to: Book lovers, students, and the general public
  • Purpose: To encourage reading and promote literary culture

Conclusion

The organizers extend a warm invitation to all to participate in this 10-day literary extravaganza. The event promises to be an excellent opportunity for attendees to explore a vast collection of books, engage with literary personalities, and participate in enriching cultural programs.

Special Note: District Collector Kranthi Kumar Padi has instructed relevant department officials to work in coordination to ensure the successful execution of the book festival. He has appealed to the public to actively participate in this event to promote reading habits.

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  1. *கோயம்பத்தூர் புக் ஃபெஸ்டிவல் 2024*

    ஆண்டுதோறும் கோயம்பத்தூர் கொடிசியாவில் நடைபெறும் ‘கோயம்பத்தூர் புக் ஃபெஸ்டிவல்’ இந்த ஆண்டும் தொடங்கியது. 2024 ஜூலை 19 முதல் 28 வரை நடைபெறும் விழாவில் லட்சக்கணக்கின் புத்தகங்கள் அறிமுகம்.

    கோயம்பத்தூர் புக் ஃபெஸ்டிவலைப் பற்றிய விரிவான ரிப்போட்டினுடன் கோயம்பத்தூர் குண்டு வெடிப்பை ஆஸ்பதாக்கி எழுதிய ‘மௌனத்தின் சாட்சியங்கள்’ என்ற நாவல் வெளியிடப்பட்ட நெருக்கடிகளைப் பற்றி எழுத்தாளர் ஷம்சுதீன் ஹீரா பேசுகிறார்.

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