INAUGURATING Delhi Book Fair 2023

New Delhi : Complinwnting India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) and its associate the Federation or Indian Publishers(FIP) for holding the 27th edition of Delhi Book Fair2023 and its allied cvcnts , Smt. Mcenakashi Lekhi, the Hon'ble Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, Government of India pointed out,' the books are indispensable ror overall empowerment of the next generation and would remain rclcvant in digital age too especially when the new agc children have bccn facing lot of aberration". There is an outstanding contribution of our holy scriptures and research in nation building' After inaugurating the fairs, the Minister took a round and evinced keen interest in a wide range books and stationery items. Present on the occasion were Shri Ramcsh K. Mittal, President, FIP, Dr.Anupama Bhatnagar, Director General, Publication Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Ms I-lema Maity, General Manager, ITPO, Shri Naveen Gupta, Treasurer, FIP, Shri Brij Lai, GM, and Shri Krishan Kumar participants and media persons.

Speaking on the occasion, She expressed her happiness over the theme of the fair " Books in Nation Building". Books and scripture such as the holy Vedas, Purans, are the vital source of propagation of India's ancient wisdom which has made a mark on global arena", She added. In his key note address, Shri Ramesh K. Mittal, President, FIP informed that the  edition of Delhi Book Fair assumed special significance for FIP as it coincides with the Golden Jubilee celebration of the federation. Next edition of the Delhi Book Fair would be organised with enhanced size and stature.

In her welcome address, Ms. I-lema Maity, GM,ITPO highlighted the salient features of the fair . Vote of thanks was proposed by Shri Krishan Kumar, DGM,ITPO.