Fri Jun 13 16:37:20 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

The Hindu newspaper reported on June 13, 2025, that a state-level exhibition featuring books containing student creations will be held. This announcement was made by the Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty during the release of books related to an anti-drug campaign by the State Institute of Languages. The Minister also mentioned that grace marks for book reading are being considered and that school ambassadors and peer leaders would play a more active role in the coming academic year. The released books focused on mental health and addiction prevention among children.

**News Article:**

**Kerala to Host Exhibition of Student-Authored Books, Considers Grace Marks for Reading**

**Thiruvananthapuram, June 13, 2025** – A state-level exhibition showcasing books created by school students is set to take place in Kerala, announced Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty. The announcement was made at the release of books supporting the state’s anti-drug campaign, spearheaded by the State Institute of Languages.

During the event, Minister Sivankutty revealed that the government is actively considering awarding grace marks to students for reading books, further incentivizing literacy and promoting a love for literature. He also emphasized the importance of student leadership in schools, stating that school ambassadors and peer group leaders will play a more active role in the upcoming academic year.

The books released at the event, Arun B. Nair’s “Manassum Aasakthikalum” (Mind and Addictions) and C. Ramaswami Chettiar’s “Lahariyilninnum Kuttikalude Mochippikkam” (Freeing Children from Addiction), address critical issues of mental health and addiction prevention among young people.

Director of General Education Shanavas S. formally received the books from the Minister, and State Institute of Languages director M. Sathyan presided over the event. The initiative reflects the Kerala government’s ongoing commitment to fostering creativity, promoting reading habits, and addressing social issues through education.

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