Kolkata International Book Fair 2023

Pavilion details:

Where: Central Park Mela Ground, 15, Central Park, Sector II, Bidhannagar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700091

When: 31 January to 12 February 2023

Timings: 12.00 to 8.00 p.m.

British Council, the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, is present at the 46th edition of the Kolkata Book Fair, also known as the Boi Mela. As the event is visited by people from every walk of life – students, avid readers, poets, authors, artists etc., British Council is ready to accommodate the needs of everyone. From connecting people and ideas from the UK and India to providing information about the library and studying in the UK, the British Council pavilion covers it all.

Visitors will have the opportunity to watch performances by UK artists, attend book launches, take part in activities, quizzes and workshops for children and adults with attractive gifts and more. Staying connected to the tagline of the Kolkata Book Fair - Boi Porun, Boi Kinun, Boi Upohaar Din (Read Books, Buy Books, Gift Books) – British Council is providing exclusive offers for all new and loyal library users which includes memberships for individuals and families. This includes a discount on the membership fee for new members and a gift with every new or renewed membership.

Moreover, British Council has organised various activities like quizzes, workshops and drawing and art competitions for children to spark creativity and instil a love for learning. For adults and avid readers, British Council has organised various quizzes, a book launch and a performance by Kate Davis, a renowned poet and storyteller, and SWERVE and JD, famous musicians and rappers.