DHAKA, Jan 12, 2022 (BSS) - The preparation for the month-long Amar Ekushey 
Book Fair-2022, scheduled to begin on February 1 next, is going on.

   The Bangla Academy authorities have till now decided to continue the book 
fair up to the stipulated time of February 28, the period till that, the fair 
is usually held every year, said Director of Bangla Academy and Member 
Secretary of Ekushey Book Fair Committee Jalal uddin Ahmed. 

   He expected that the book fair will be held successfully as all the 
preparations are underway to hold the fair.

  Ahmed also urged all concerned including visitors to maintain the proper 
health guidelines in book fair.

  He said necessary steps are being taken by the Bangla Academy to follow 
strict hygiene rules considering the 'Omicron Covid variant' so that the 
book-lovers can come and roam safely.

  According to Bangla Academy sources, the application for the stall 
allocation can be submitted till tomorrow.