Jalpaiguri Book Fair Hits ₹35 Lakh Sales, Breaks Record, Proves Books Thrive

• Jalpaiguri Book Fair sets a new record, achieving 35 lakh rupees in sales over seven days.
• This year's sales significantly surpassed last year's 22 lakh rupees, indicating a growing interest in books.
• The fair saw high demand across various genres, with children's storybooks being the most popular.
• Despite the digital age, the event demonstrated a strong and renewed public interest in physical books.
• The fair also featured drawing competitions, cultural programs, and reading circles, attracting large crowds daily.

Why It Matters: জলপাইগুড়ি's book fair record sales show enduring love for physical books despite digital age.