Feb 16, 2019 ekushey book fair 2019 amar ekushey grantha mela 2019 dhaka, bangladesh the ekushey book fair in bengali amar ekushe grantha mela. In our bangladesh the dhaka book fair always hold on the month of february. Among other programmes, recitation and discussion sessions among young writers and poets in the lekhok kunja writers corner are one of the main attractions of the fair. As 21st february is our mother language day, the book fair named ekushey boi mela is held in bangla academy on february is the most important and popular book fair of our country. The place of fair is not specific, sometimes shilpakala academy in the premises, never in dhaka university is played in the playground, sometimes suhrawardy udyan a few publishing houses publish new books on the occasion of this fair. Over the decades, it has grown into a phenomenal fest. Ekushey book fair at bangla academy british council. It became a cultural festival of bangladeshi nation after language. The annulment of the partition in 1912 had a negative effect on the muslims of bengal.
Commission is available in a certain amount usually 25% of the book. The ekushey book fair or amar ekushe grantha mela bengali. But the works left behind by the legendary writer still resonate strongly with booklovers and visitors at the fair. Ekushey book fair bangla academy, dhaka, bangladesh, 1205 dhaka, bangladesh rated 4. The amar ekushey book fair, one of the biggest and most popular festivities in bangladesh ever since its humble inception in 1972, is at good hands, bangla academy, according to one of its key directors. Md fazley rabbi university of liberal arts bangladesh. However, the current fair is being held in 1995 from ad.
The fair was then named amar ekushey granthamela and subsequently a guideline for it was formulated in 1984. Embassy of the peoples republic of china in bangladesh and. Ekushey book fair or amor ekushey grontho mela book fair of the. Bangla academy, dhaka we are delighted to inform you that we were once again participants in this years ekushe book fair at bangla academy, which is the most popular book fair in bangladesh. The amar ekushey book fair has undergone many changes since its inception in 1972 but one thing has remained unchanged the relation with dhaka university and its current and former students. Little known elderly authors book turns heads at ekushey book fair. This year, the fair is being arranged covering larger areas, aiming to accommodate more publishing houses and. After then amar ekushey book fair is held on the bangla academy premises 3 kazi nazrul islam avenue, dhaka and its adjoining suhrawardy udyan and the total area for the fair is about 27870 sqm 3 lac sqft. Prime minister sheikh hasina inaugurated the amar ekushey book fair on the academy premises around 3pm today. This years amar ekushey book fair has been dedicated to father of the nation bangabandhu sheikh mujibur rahman mehedi hasandhaka tribune of them, only 20 books cost over tk500, the most expensive one selling for tk2600, the other 110 titles cost between tk50 to tk500. Dr faizur rahman al siddique, an 86yearold writer, who served on the atomic energy commission till 1992, is the cynosure of all eyes at this years ekushey book fair. This year the dhaka university central students union ducsu has set up a stall for the first time in its history, claimed their sales executive on the second day of the amar ekushey book fair, almost all the stalls are ready to welcome book lovers. Booklovers visiting the monthlong amar ekushey book fair opined that the price of books offered by most of the publishers were too much high, which is disheartening. It is arranged each year by bangla academy and takes place for the whole month of february in dhaka.
The fair, organised every year by bangla academy, is one of the biggest. A large number of young writers as well as young readers attended the fair. The satisfactory nonstop during 11am even though the aficionados proposed entertainment after 3pm. Amar ekushey book fair and thoughts for cultural thrive. Preparations for holding the annual amar ekushey book fair, the largest and most popular book fair in the country, on the bangla academy premises and the adjacent areas are going on in full swing. In this book, wulul antor shows the modern form of slavery. Besides selling books, the chinese pavilion at bangla academy premises at the amar ekushey book fair2020 has turned into a place for cultural exchange and interaction. Since then, this fair was organised 14 times in the name of dhaka book fair. This event is to commemorate the historic language movement of 21 february 1952 for the establishment of bangla as the mother language. Every year, the fair launches a host of books by various authors, both up and coming authors as well the established names. Ekushey book fair is now a popular festival in the life of bangladeshi people. Discussion sessions followed by cultural programmes are.
It has now been 6 years that no new humayun ahmed book has come out during amar ekushey boi mela. Kamran islam, a student of dhaka university, says, the fair is a great place to just hang out with friends on an evening and may be buy a few books. Gradually it became official and the most popular book fair in bangladesh. Check out great deals on things to do from kids activities to nightlife. Embassy of the peoples republic of china in bangladesh. Amar ekushey book fair, one of the greatest yearly events of bangladesh, has returned to millions of readers again this year and will be open for all throughout the month of february. Immortal book fair of the twentyfirstof february omor ekuse grontho mela, popularly known as ekushey boi mela bengali. Firefighters put out the flame within a couple of minutes after it was reported at rabeya books stall 6. Embassy of the peoples republic of china in bangladesh and bangladesh bureau, china media. Feb 18, 2020 the ekushey book fair or amar ekushe grantha mela bengali.
International seminar was organised on the occasion of the fair. University of dhaka the highest echelon of academic excellence. Pahela falgun, valentines day add colour to ekushey book fair. Ekushey book fair to be held this year on bigger area with participation of around 450 publishers. This book fair is organized by the government in december every year. The ekushey book fair has become one of the major cultural festivals for the bangalis, a way to celebrate the rich and varied literature that our bengali language boasts. Ekushey book fair 2019 amar ekushey grantha mela 2019 dhaka, bangladesh the ekushey book fair in bengali amar ekushe grantha mela. A weeklong book fair began at hakim chattar on dhaka university campus on. To commemorate the martyrs and to infuse patriotism among the. However, no new title was released by dhaka university du publication, bringing into question why the university is lagging in the publishing.
This year the dhaka university central students union ducsu has set up a stall. The stories showed us how university students fight against adverse situations. Dhaka international book fair job circular 2020 bd jobs. The month long ekushey book fair ended in dhaka on saturday. Crowd, sales get bigger, better like a prior dual holidays, a fifth day of ekushey book fair2012 saw a array of visitors as well as sales rise.
Scientist faizurs book turns heads at ekushey book fair. This fair is a tremendous platform to bring the publishers, writers and readers together. Mohiuddin mahi, a student of dhaka university s mass communication and journalism department, visiting the fair with his. Chinese pavilion attracts visitors at amar ekushey book fair. With spring in the air, the fair is a time of celebration. Prime minister sheikh hasina visits a book stall after inaugurating the annual amar ekushey book fair on the bangla academy premises in dhaka on sunday. Ekushey book fair to be held this year on bigger area with. On the second day of the amar ekushey book fair, almost all the stalls are ready to welcome book lovers. The monthlong amar ekushey book fair 2019 beganon bangla academy premises and at suhrawardy udyan in the capital today. Hours after prime minister sheikh hasina opened the monthlong amar ekushey book fair on dhakas bangla academy premises, a fire broke out at the bookstall. The celebration of pahela falgun, the first day of spring, valentines day added colour to the amar ekushey book fair on friday, turning it into a meeting place for thousands people of all ages. Kamrul hasan robin, a young buyer at the fair, told the dhaka tribune that humayun ahmed is such a writer that his body of work can be read over and over again. Book fair of immortals of the 21st of february omor ekuse gronth. Theres no disparity in resource allocation among research and publicationbased activities and fair hosting.
Humayun ahmed still the biggest draw at boi mela289153. This year, the fair is being arranged covering larger areas, aiming to accommodate more publishing houses and booklovers. Ekushey book fair is the national book fair of bangladesh, which is arranged every year during february in dhaka. Subject variation before liberation 4th february 2007 in naatmandol, university of dhaka, bangladesh. A book fair is usually arranged on the important days of a year. Large crowds gathered at the exhibition ground in dhaka to visit the fair and buy books on the concluding day of the largest and longest book fair of bangladesh. Bangladeshs contested secularism and the road ahead samia huq every year in february the dhaka university area proudly hosts its ekushey boi mela or the the book fair commemorating the 21st of february, now celebrated as the international mother langauge day.
I developed my reading habit with humayun ahmeds books. The monthlong book fair is arranged every year in february commemorating the sacrifices of people who laid down their lives on february 21, 1952 for establishing bangla as mother tongue. Young people discusses the place of the book fair in their lives with new age youth. This year, the fair is being arranged covering larger areas, aiming to accommodate more publishing houses. The retired nuclear scientist was seen walking around with a bag on his shoulder, carrying books written by him and selling them. Every year in february the book fair helds at bangla academy for one month on february. About ekushey book fair bangabandhu international book fair. Discover fun activities and huge discounts in your city with ekushey book fair. This fair is the major fair of publications industry in bangladesh. Omor ekushey boi mela book fair in february will be arranged by bangla academy. State minister for cultural affairs km khalid was the chief guest at the closing ceremony.
Ekushey book fair is now a popular festival in the life of people. The ekushey book fair or amar ekushe grantha mela popularly known as ekushey boi mela bengali. University of dhaka the highest echelon of academic. Bangla academy took over organization of the fair in 1978. However, a free wheelchair service by the switch bangladesh foundation has ensured that enjoying the amar ekushey book fair 2019 is not one of them. Dhaka metropolitan police dmp has pledged security to all during the monthlong ekushey book fair that begins at dhaka university from tomorrow. A few publishers are still taking last minute preparations decorating their stalls. Notably in 1990s, another national book fair called dhaka international book fair was initiated. Writers of bangladesh wait for this very occasion to publish their books in this fair. In this year 2020 the bangla academy authority arranged amar ekushey book fair or ekushey boi mela, if you are college or university students, find in part time job, for you good news is, the dhaka international book fair hires fresh job holder for their null position worker of a vacancy, manager, marketing officer, cashier, public relations officer, stall member, etc. When a student gets a chance to study in this university, she feels so proud. Rasel sharker, a third year student of dhaka university, was buying a book from the stall.
This is the sixth amar ekushey book fair after the death of legendary. The monthlong amar ekushey book fair 2019 began on bangla academy premises and at suhrawardy udyan in the capital today. People of all ages, particularly the youth, are gathering in front of the pavilion and browsing through books about china. Visually impaired dhaka university du students sadia, tamanna, and maisha are three of the people who are elated with the service, and use it to visit the fair every afternoon. Book enthusiasts flood the amar ekushey book fair on the fourth day, wednesday, in search of books of their interest or publications of their favourite authors. Ekushey book fair begins today unb, dhaka monthlong amar ekushey book fair 2006, dedicated to the language martyrs who laid down their lives for the mother tongue in 1952, begins on the bangla academy premises in the city today. Ekushey book fair or amor ekushey grontho mela book fair of the immortal 21st, commonly known as ekushey boi mela book fair of the 21st, is the national book fair of bangladesh.
Book fair a book fair is a fair for selling and displaying books on various subjects. Science 1972, ekushey book fair or amar ekushey granthamela has become an annual celebration for writers and literary enthusiasts of dhaka. Beside the dhaka university the book fair is sit on. Discover fun activities and huge discounts in your city with dhaka book bazaar. People of all ages, particularly the youth, are gathering in front of the pavilion and browsing through books on china, reports unb. The book fair has been started from 1st february and it will continue until february 28. Amar ekushey book fair number of book lover increasing.
Theres no disparity in resource allocation among research and. Ive bought a book on higher study at china as i want to. Also a road from tsc to dhaka medical college should be named after him. This fair is one of the most prominent book fair in bangladesh, apart from amar ekushey bookstella.
Prime minister sheikh hasina inaugurated the amar ekushey book18890. It is a monthlong book fair which started from 1 february 2015. The stories show the pictures of most of the public universities in bangladesh, especially the reality of the university of dhaka. Readers and publishers think that the prolific authors books are still running the show at the amar ekushey book fair. This year the dhaka university central students union ducsu has set up a stall for the first time in its history, claimed their sales executive. Visiting the book fair premises, it has been seen that most of the visitors were coll.
Ekushey book fair is also known as dhaka book fair. Every year around 35004500 new books on different disciplines are being published. This is the great opportunity for the book lover to buy their loved books. February book fairs are held every year in dhaka bangla academy premises, the fair remains the only place that attracts all types of readers across the country. The monthlong amar ekushey book fair, a yearly event of booklovers and. Prime minister sheikh hasina inaugurated the traditional book fair on the bangla academy premises. We, the people of manikganj request the government and dhaka university authority to at least name a residential hall of dhaka university or jagannath college after martyr rafiq.
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