As readers, publishers, and writers bask in the joy of a two-day extension of the Amar Ekushey Book Fair, uncertainty looms large over the venue of next year’s fair. As such, the ministry’s decision to renovate the grounds has sparked confusion over the venue of next year’s book fair. The poet also said he personally believes the fair should be held at Bangla Academy because of its bearing with the Central Shaheed Minar and the academy premises. “The spatial distance of the book fair will not be a desirable outcome,” he said. When asked if the government had given any directive to relocate the book fair next year, Cultural Affairs Secretary Khalil Ahmed said no such decision has been finalised yet.

Source: bd News24 February 29, 2024 12:11 UTC