The vibrant city of Ahmedabad recently witnessed the successful conclusion of Bookflix 2025, a dynamic literary festival dedicated to fostering reading habits among young generations. The five-day event, hosted at Adani International School in Adani Shantigram, drew to a close on Friday with enthusiastic participation from hundreds of students and readers across various age groups.
Celebrating Stories and Imagination
The third edition of this celebrated literary gathering was officially inaugurated by Namrata Adani, promoter of Adani International School, and Sudha Murty, the renowned Padma Bhushan awardee and celebrated author. The festival served as a powerful platform celebrating stories, creative imagination, and the lifelong joy of reading.
Throughout the five-day event, the campus buzzed with literary energy as young minds engaged with various activities designed to spark their interest in books and storytelling. The festival's core mission remained clear: to create an environment where reading is celebrated as both an educational tool and a source of endless entertainment.
Inspiring Words from Prominent Figures
During the inauguration ceremony, Namrata Adani emphasized the transformative power of stories in child development. She highlighted how stories help children think freely, express themselves boldly, and engage deeply with their surroundings. Her insights underscored the festival's educational significance beyond mere entertainment.
Sudha Murty, drawing from her extensive experience as an author and social worker, delivered powerful advice to the young audience. She encouraged students to "stay rooted in values while exploring new ideas" and emphasized that "even the most gifted child will not progress without dedication". Her words resonated deeply with both students and educators present at the event.
Building a Reading Culture in Ahmedabad
The successful conclusion of Bookflix 2025 marks another milestone in Ahmedabad's growing literary scene. The festival has established itself as an annual tradition that brings together the community around the shared love of reading. With hundreds of participants attending this year's edition, the event demonstrated the city's strong commitment to educational excellence and cultural development.
As the third edition wrapped up, educators and organizers expressed satisfaction with the increasing impact the festival has made in promoting reading habits among youth. The event not only provided entertainment but also planted seeds for lifelong learning and intellectual curiosity among the younger generation.
