11-day Ahmedabad International Book Festival 2025 begins.

National | Dated: 13 Nov 2025

The Ahmedabad International Book Festival 2025 commenced on November 13 at the Sabarmati Riverfront event center in Paldi. The 11-day festival is jointly organized by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) and the National Book Trust (NBT) India under the Vanche Gujarat 2.0 initiative. The festival, described as Gujarat's largest open classroom, will feature over 300 events, including workshops, cultural evenings, and a Children's Corner.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The 11-day festival is being held at the Sabarmati Riverfront event center in Paldi, Ahmedabad.
  • It is jointly organized by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) and the National Book Trust (NBT) India.
  • The festival is part of the "Vanche Gujarat 2.0" initiative and will feature over 300 events.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • The festival is described as Gujarat's largest open classroom without boundaries.
  • The Gyan Ganga zone will hold writing and design studios and workshops.
  • A Free Children's Film Festival will also be held, screening international award-winning films daily.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The Ahmedabad International Book Festival 2025 is jointly organized by AMC and which other body?

Correct Answer: National Book Trust (NBT)

🚀 Quick Recap:

About National Book Trust (NBT)

  • Role: An apex body in India engaged in the publication and promotion of books and reading, Ministry: Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.
  • Initiative: Vanche Gujarat 2.0 (Read Gujarat 2.0), Duration: November 13 to 23, 2025.