The two-day Moralook International Book Festival 2025 concluded today.

SAVAR, Feb 09, 2025 (BSS) - The two-day Moralook International Book Festival 2025 concluded today.

"Megh Foundation" organized the festival in the Ambagan area, adjacent to Jahangirnagar University (JU).

On the first day of the festival, a discussion session and a literary awards ceremony were held. Poet Monjurul Islam Megh, Executive Director of Megh Foundation, presided over the inauguration ceremony.

Turkish poet and screenwriter Zeki Celik attended the event as the chief guest and was honored with the Moralook Literary Award 2025.

During his speech, Zeki Celik discussed the art and literature of Turkey, while Bangladeshi poet Rinat Sultana explored various aspects of Bangladesh's literary heritage.

Addressing the audience, Zeki Celik said, "I did not know much about the art, culture, and literature of Bangladesh before, but attending this festival has been a valuable learning experience."

"I will work towards strengthening the connection between Bangladeshi literature and Ankara. I plan to introduce valuable Bengali books to Turkish readers by translating them into Turkish," he added.

The opening day also featured poetry readings and international literary discussions.
On the final day, a discussion on children's literature and a rhyming competition for students were held at Kisholoy Vidyapith.

Speaking to BSS, Monjurul Islam Megh, Director of the Moralook International Book Festival, said, "For the development of literature in Bangladesh, organizing such events is essential."

Poet Saiful Sarnoet of Jahangirnagar University School and College, Poet Rinat Sultana, Poet Motiara Mukta, Poet and journalist Nazir Khan Liton, rhymer Tarek Monowar, Poet Ahomina Hritu, writer and journalist A.S.M Abdullah Al Maruf, and journalist Mazharul Haque Babu attended as special guests.