Anandiben Patel, the Governor of Uttar Pradesh, emphasized the importance of fostering a reading culture during her address on Thursday. She encouraged publishers to take an active role in making books accessible to all segments of society.
The Governor inaugurated the 22nd National Book Fair at the Balrampur Garden in Lucknow, where she toured the event and explored various stalls. During the occasion, the organizers presented her with books and plants as tokens of appreciation.
While examining the books at the fair, the Governor not only showed keen interest but also purchased several notable titles. She engaged in discussions with publishers and vendors, delivering an inspiring message about the significance of books and the promotion of reading habits. This year's National Book Fair was themed 'Vision 2047: Developed India, Developed State.'
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