Ekushey Boi Mela 2023

MY DHAKA / The pleasure of knowing your neighbourhood

Safe, vibrant public spaces are so rare in Dhaka that the months from January to early March feel like a gift from the universe when the Bangla Academy comes alive with the Dhaka Lit Fest, followed by the Dhaka Art Summit and the February extravaganza of the Ekushey Boi Mela. Since 2020, the Gulshan Book Fair has added to the series of treats for those of us who crave creative festivals in this city.

5 children’s books to find at Boi Mela this year

As a pioneer, the publishing house has ensured that the quality of their books is unparalleled; I was amazed by the colourful animations at this year’s Boi Mela.

#Perspective / Benefits of reading Bengali literature

In addition to all the cognitive benefits associated with reading, reading in your first language has plenty of other benefits, including knowing about your country and countrymen in the language of the land.

Top 6 inspirational books at Ekushey Boi Mela 2023

Let’s take a look at the top 6 inspirational books at this year’s Ekushey Boi Mela.

Sheikh Russell Shishu Chattar: Children’s zone at the Boi Mela

The Sheikh Russell Shishu Chattar is located at the Suhrawardy Udyan portion of the Ekushey Boi Mela; around 111 stalls of 71 publications have been set up in the dedicated area. The zone has been colourfully decorated to make things attractive for children.

An ‘Adarsha’ upheld

HC’s order to give Adarsha Prokashoni a stall in the Boi Mela a promising development

Ekushey Boi Mela / How to get back into the habit of reading?

The Ekushey Boi Mela being an event of national significance gives us the perfect opportunity to rekindle our love for books.    

‘Boi Mela will return to its previous glory’, says Sadat Hossain after first weekend of the fair

Crowds intensified from 4:30 PM on Friday as booklovers and literature enthusiasts from all across the city gathered to have their first sights of the beloved Boi Mela in its first weekend. 

Horror, mystery, and adventures shape Shah Alam Shazu’s 52nd book

Char Goyenda Mohabipode, the 52nd book by author and journalist, Shah Alam Shazu, is being published in this year’s Ekushey Boi Mela by Anannya. The book consists of five stories whose themes mainly centre around detectives, horror, mystery and adventure. 

March 13, 2023
March 13, 2023

The pleasure of knowing your neighbourhood

Safe, vibrant public spaces are so rare in Dhaka that the months from January to early March feel like a gift from the universe when the Bangla Academy comes alive with the Dhaka Lit Fest, followed by the Dhaka Art Summit and the February extravaganza of the Ekushey Boi Mela. Since 2020, the Gulshan Book Fair has added to the series of treats for those of us who crave creative festivals in this city.

February 26, 2023
February 26, 2023

5 children’s books to find at Boi Mela this year

As a pioneer, the publishing house has ensured that the quality of their books is unparalleled; I was amazed by the colourful animations at this year’s Boi Mela.

February 19, 2023
February 19, 2023

Benefits of reading Bengali literature

In addition to all the cognitive benefits associated with reading, reading in your first language has plenty of other benefits, including knowing about your country and countrymen in the language of the land.

February 19, 2023
February 19, 2023

Top 6 inspirational books at Ekushey Boi Mela 2023

Let’s take a look at the top 6 inspirational books at this year’s Ekushey Boi Mela.

February 15, 2023
February 15, 2023

Sheikh Russell Shishu Chattar: Children’s zone at the Boi Mela

The Sheikh Russell Shishu Chattar is located at the Suhrawardy Udyan portion of the Ekushey Boi Mela; around 111 stalls of 71 publications have been set up in the dedicated area. The zone has been colourfully decorated to make things attractive for children.

February 10, 2023
February 10, 2023

An ‘Adarsha’ upheld

HC’s order to give Adarsha Prokashoni a stall in the Boi Mela a promising development

February 7, 2023
February 7, 2023

How to get back into the habit of reading?

The Ekushey Boi Mela being an event of national significance gives us the perfect opportunity to rekindle our love for books.    

February 5, 2023
February 5, 2023

‘Boi Mela will return to its previous glory’, says Sadat Hossain after first weekend of the fair

Crowds intensified from 4:30 PM on Friday as booklovers and literature enthusiasts from all across the city gathered to have their first sights of the beloved Boi Mela in its first weekend. 

February 1, 2023
February 1, 2023

Horror, mystery, and adventures shape Shah Alam Shazu’s 52nd book

Char Goyenda Mohabipode, the 52nd book by author and journalist, Shah Alam Shazu, is being published in this year’s Ekushey Boi Mela by Anannya. The book consists of five stories whose themes mainly centre around detectives, horror, mystery and adventure. 

January 31, 2023
January 31, 2023

Awami League wants us to love DSA. It’s too late now

While the manner in which the DSA is being defended is nothing new, the timing bears significance