💨 Abstract

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan cautioned against efforts to divide society along religious and caste lines, highlighting threats to writers and book bans. He emphasized the importance of protecting freedom of expression and urged vigilance against intolerance. Vijayan's remarks coincided with the start of the Kerala Legislative Assembly International Book Festival, which aims to promote reading and challenge the notion that books are becoming obsolete. He also stressed the need to make books and book festivals accessible to all.

Courtesy: theprint.in