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NaMo Book Fest' launched in Kashi, exhibition of over 500 books on PM Modi

Varanasi, Oct 7 (UNI) To mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years in constitutional office, a two-day Namo Book Fest was inaugurated on Wednesday at the Rudraksh Convention Center in Kashi.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath graced the occasion along with Aki Abe, wife of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Aki Abe showed special interest in the exhibition, seeing over 500 books written on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The Chief Minister reviewed various books written on Prime Minister Modi. The fest showcases books related to Modi's life, thoughts, public responsibilities, and contributions in various fields.
Yogi Adityanath was welcomed at the 'NaMo Book Fest' by Ashok Srivastava, Director of CMPPR (Council for Media and Public Policy Research) and senior journalist.
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