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A glimpse of the World Book Fair in Delhi: One can never have too many books

Books lovers visit World Book Fair that kickstarted here on Saturday afternoon at Pragati Maidan. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

Updated on: Jan 07, 2017 8:41 PM IST
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Books lovers visit World Book Fair that kickstarted here on Saturday afternoon at Pragati Maidan. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Books lovers visit World Book Fair that kickstarted here on Saturday afternoon at Pragati Maidan. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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A girl checks out book at the fair. The nine day-long literary extravaganza was inaugurated by minister of state for human resources development Mahendra Nath Pandey. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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A girl checks out book at the fair. The nine day-long literary extravaganza was inaugurated by minister of state for human resources development Mahendra Nath Pandey. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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A young girl looks at a globe during the book fair. Pratibha Ray, noted Odia Author and Jnanpith Awardee was the guest of honour and Tomasz Kozlowski, Ambassador of the Delegation of the European Union to India was the special guest on the occasion. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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A young girl looks at a globe during the book fair. Pratibha Ray, noted Odia Author and Jnanpith Awardee was the guest of honour and Tomasz Kozlowski, Ambassador of the Delegation of the European Union to India was the special guest on the occasion. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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A host of activities, ranging from seminars and panel discussions to storytelling sessions and workshops on creative writing are underway at the Children’s Pavilion. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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A host of activities, ranging from seminars and panel discussions to storytelling sessions and workshops on creative writing are underway at the Children’s Pavilion. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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Another attraction at this year’s book fair is the Children’s Pavilion. The venue is all set to host a series of activities like drawing competitions, storytelling sessions, skits, author meetings and discussions. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Another attraction at this year’s book fair is the Children’s Pavilion. The venue is all set to host a series of activities like drawing competitions, storytelling sessions, skits, author meetings and discussions. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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NBT is celebrating 60 years of its foundation by showcasing its journey in promoting books and reading at a special exhibit “This is no looking back!” during the fair. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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NBT is celebrating 60 years of its foundation by showcasing its journey in promoting books and reading at a special exhibit “This is no looking back!” during the fair. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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This year, about 20 countries along with their delegates are participating in the fortnight-long celebration of literature. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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This year, about 20 countries along with their delegates are participating in the fortnight-long celebration of literature. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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The cultural department of Embassy of China has also put together an impressive exhibition called “Happy Chinese New Year”, which is “emblematic of the cultural tradition, heritage and aesthetic aspirations” of Chinese people. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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The cultural department of Embassy of China has also put together an impressive exhibition called “Happy Chinese New Year”, which is “emblematic of the cultural tradition, heritage and aesthetic aspirations” of Chinese people. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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One of the most appealing among all international participations at the fair this year is an exhibition of photographs titled “New Homelands: The Indian Diaspora in the European Union,” organised by the delegation of European Union to India. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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One of the most appealing among all international participations at the fair this year is an exhibition of photographs titled “New Homelands: The Indian Diaspora in the European Union,” organised by the delegation of European Union to India. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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Nearly 800 publishers from across the country and abroad are participated in the Fair, making it a grand celebration of books and writers. The book fair concludes on January 15. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Nearly 800 publishers from across the country and abroad are participated in the Fair, making it a grand celebration of books and writers. The book fair concludes on January 15. (Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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