'शांतता, पुणेकर वाचत आहेत'! Unique initiative unleashes City-Wide reading frenzy Ahead of Book Festival
To set the stage for this literary celebration, a unique initiative, "शांतता, पुणेकर वाचत आहेत" (Shh.. Pune is reading), has been designed for Punekars to dedicate one hour of their busy day to "Reading".
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Pune, December 7, 2023 : Culture capital of Maharashtra Pune is buzzing with anticipation as the countdown begins for the awaited nine-day Pune Book Festival 2023.
To set the stage for this literary celebration, a unique initiative, "शांतता, पुणेकर वाचत आहेत" (Shh.. Pune is reading), has been designed for Punekars to dedicate one hour of their busy day to 'Reading'.
So for this one hour, the entire city will go silent and read their stories..together, building the spirit of the city in an intellectual way.
When ?
Scheduled for Thursday, December 14, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, this distinctive activity encourages Punekars to embrace the reading culture wherever they may find themselves.
Why should we participate?
With an emphasis on fostering a love for literature, the initiative has garnered support from an impressive 5,000 organizations, signifying a collective commitment to promoting the pleasure of reading.
The mission is clear – whether at home, in offices, or public spaces, Punekars are urged to dedicate an hour to reading, emphasizing the transformative power of books in enriching daily lives.
The "शांतता, पुणेकर वाचत आहेत" initiative stands as a commendable effort to cultivate a city-wide reading culture, across all age groups. With thousands of participants expected to join in, Pune is poised to transform into a city immersed in the enchanting world of books and stories on Dec 14 onwards, until Dec 24 for the 'Pune Book Festival 2023'
So, Punekars, it's time to dust off those shelves, pick up that book you've been meaning to read, and partake in the excitement building up for the literary fiesta that awaits at the Pune Book Festival 2023.
"शांतता, पुणेकर वाचत आहेत" is more than an initiative; it's a collective call to revel in the enchantment of words and stories, building excitement for the literary spectacle awaiting at the Pune Book Festival 2023.