Blitz Bureau
The National Book Trust (NBT) of India has showcased a prestigious replica of the original handwritten Indian Constitution manuscript at the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF). The exhibit is part of India’s comprehensive literary showcase at the event. This A3-sized copy of the Constitution of India is certified by the Lok Sabha Secretariat, according to DD News. Among NBT’s featured collections are the PM-YUVA series, highlighting India’s Freedom Movement and Knowledge Systems, alongside the Indian@75 series.
The Trust, an autonomous publishing body under India’s Ministry of Education, joins over 2,500 publishers from 112 countries at this year’s fair. India’s presence at SIBF is substantial with 52 major publishers participating. The UAE leads Arab participation with 234 publishers and the United Kingdom leads international participation with 81 publishers.
The 43rd edition brings together an impressive array of literary figures, including 49 international speakers from 14 nations among a distinguished assembly of 134 guests. Morocco, this year’s Guest of Honour, showcased its rich literary and cultural legacy at the event organized by the Sharjah Book Authority. Under the theme “It Starts with a Book,”
SIBF 2024 features more than 400 authors and hosts 600 workshops for all age groups, including exclusive pre-booked sessions led by leading global experts in creative writing. The event continues to strengthen its position as one of the region’s premier literary gatherings, fostering international cultural exchange and celebrating literary diversity.
