Share Your Thoughts: How Do Today’s Youngsters View Book Fairs & Reading Culture?

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Deary Mistress/Friend,
We are sharing a remembrance article about the Patna Book 📚 Fair 1992, a nostalgic piece reflecting on the literary culture of the past. Given the shift in reading habits, we are curious to know how today’s youngsters perceive the role of book fairs and literature.
The Patna Book 📚 Fair has been a significant cultural touchpoint, and it is true that digital media has changed how young people engage with reading. But we would love to see how you and others respond — maybe there is a renewed interest in physical books too.
We would love 💕 to hear your comments and opinions on the article. Your insights will help us understand different perspectives and perhaps spark a conversation about the evolving relationship with books.
Looking forward to your thoughts !

Best regards,

NK JHA

[FOUNDER: PATNA BOOK FAIR]
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Narendra Kumar Jha

Narendra Kumar Jha, the founder of Patna Book Fair, is a passionate advocate of books, ideas and public discourse. At a time when large-scale literary platforms were rare in the region, he envisioned and established the Patna Book Fair—truly ahead of his time. With a Master’s degree in Sociology and a degree in Law, he combines intellectual depth with real-world insight. He is the Founding Editor of PLJR (Patna Law Journal Reports) and Chairman of Novelty & Company, a leading publishing house in Patna. Through his blogs, he shares reflections on the vision and journey of the Patna Book Fair. At 81, he remains strikingly energetic—guided by discipline, a simple yogi-like diet, and a level of fitness that could easily rival those much younger.