
Fri Feb 06 12:37:01 UTC 2026: ### Tiruvarur Book Fair to Commence on February 8, 2026
The Story:
The fourth annual Tiruvarur Book Fair, a collaborative effort between the Directorate of Public Libraries and the Book Sellers and Publishers Association of South India (BAPASI), is scheduled to begin on February 8, 2026, and will run until February 17, 2026. The event, held at Mangal Varathar Mahal in Pavithramanickam, Tiruvarur, will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., featuring special evening events from 6 p.m. School and college students can participate in competitions between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
The inauguration ceremony on February 8, 2026, will be attended by prominent figures including School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyamozhi, Industries Minister T.R.B. Rajaa, and Collector V. Mohanachandran.
Key Points:
- The fourth Tiruvarur Book Fair will take place from February 8-17, 2026.
- The fair is jointly organized by the Directorate of Public Libraries and BAPASI.
- The venue is Mangal Varathar Mahal, Pavithramanickam, Tiruvarur.
- The fair will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, with evening events from 6 p.m.
- Inauguration will be attended by School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyamozhi, Industries Minister T.R.B. Rajaa, and Collector V. Mohanachandran.
Key Takeaways:
- The Tiruvarur Book Fair continues to be an annual event, suggesting sustained interest in reading and literature in the region.
- The involvement of both government and private organizations highlights a collaborative approach to promoting literacy and education.
- The inclusion of competitions for students underscores the fair’s focus on engaging younger generations with books.