History
It was started on 30 March 1981 and lasted for 10 days. From the year 2022, this book fair is started in the month of March instead of February. The 43rd edition was held from 2 January to 14 January 2025. == Events and participants ==
Events and participants
The fair lasts for ten days or more. Publishers and book sellers from Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangladesh, Guwahati, Delhi etc. participate in the fair by setting up stalls. The fair showcases a variety of books, cultural programs, exhibitions and gatherings of writers. Various discussions on different topics related to literature are also held during the fair. == See also ==