Delhi World Book Fair 2026: Free Entry, Armed Forces Theme, Global Guests!

• The 53rd World Book Fair will be held at Bharat Mandapam, Delhi, from January 10-18, 2026.
• Organized by NBT under the Ministry of Education, it's dedicated to India's armed forces with the theme 'Indian Military History - Valor and Wisdom @75'.
• Entry is free for the first time ever to promote reading, expecting over 2 million visitors and 1,000+ publishers.
• Qatar is the Guest of Honor Country and Spain is the Focus Country, featuring international authors and cultural programs.
• Special Children's Pavilion (Kids Express Hall 6) with workshops; prominent personalities like Smriti Irani, Kailash Satyarthi to attend.

Why It Matters: Delhi World Book Fair 2026 offers free entry, honors armed forces, and features global literary exchange.