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University of Karachi Sindhi Department Students Organize Book Festival During Students’ Week


KARACHI: Students of the Sindhi Department at the University of Karachi (UoK) have organized a book stall as part of Students’ Week, promoting reading habits, literature and a culture of learning among students and visitors.

The book festival is being held from September 29 to October 2, 2026, with the stall open from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The initiative is being managed by students of the Sindhi Department, who are making books accessible to readers throughout the event.

The student-led initiative comes at a time when concerns are growing over the decline of reading habits and the diminishing role of books in everyday life. The festival provides an opportunity for students, book lovers and members of the public to reconnect with literature and explore a variety of written works.

Books play an important role in preserving cultural heritage, strengthening critical thinking and introducing readers to different experiences, histories and ideas. Literature also encourages empathy, broadens perspectives and helps readers develop a deeper understanding of complex social issues.

The initiative has been appreciated as an example of young people taking responsibility for promoting language, literature and knowledge. Organized through the students’ own efforts, the book stall highlights the contribution that student-led activities can make towards sustaining a vibrant literary culture.

Organizers and supporters have urged book lovers, students, readers and concerned citizens to visit the stall, purchase books and encourage the young volunteers behind the initiative.

The festival serves as a reminder that reading is not merely a leisure activity but an essential part of intellectual development, cultural preservation and an informed society. Supporting such initiatives can help encourage a new generation of readers and strengthen the place of books in academic and public life.

Note: The event dates provided are September 29 to October 2, 2026. These dates cover four calendar days, although the supplied information describes the stall as operating for five days. The schedule may be confirmed with the organizers.

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