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In Srinagar, books drew bigger crowds than the summer heat could deter | Mega Chinar Book Festival inaugurated
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In Srinagar, books drew bigger crowds than the summer heat could deter | Mega Chinar Book Festival inaugurated

The third edition of the Chinar Book Festival was inaugurated in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on July 18, attracting large crowds despite the region's unusually hot summer weather. Organized by the National Book Trust in collaboration with local authorities, the nine-day event aims to promote reading among the youth and celebrate literature in multiple Indian languages. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized the importance of books in shaping the future of the region and highlighted the cultural significance of the Chinar tree, which symbolizes resilience and continuity. The festival features over 200 publishers and booksellers, offering a wide range of books in various languages, and has drawn enthusiastic participation from students, educators, and families.

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In Srinagar, books drew bigger crowds than the summer heat could deter | Mega Chinar Book Festival inaugurated

The third edition of the Chinar Book Festival was inaugurated in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on July 18, attracting large crowds despite the region's unusually hot summer weather. Organized by the National Book Trust in collaboration with local authorities, the nine-day event aims to promote reading among the youth and celebrate literature in multiple Indian languages. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized the importance of books in shaping the future of the region and highlighted the cultural significance of the Chinar tree, which symbolizes resilience and continuity. The festival features over 200 publishers and booksellers, offering a wide range of books in various languages, and has drawn enthusiastic participation from students, educators, and families.

Bias read (Center): The article focuses on a cultural and educational event, highlighting the promotion of reading and literature in Jammu and Kashmir. While it mentions the involvement of a political figure (Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha), the content does not present any overtly biased framing, loaded language, or傾

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