Transforming routine travel into an engaging cultural experience, NCRTC, in association with Booktales, is organising a book fair at Anand Vihar Namo Bharat Station. The initiative invites commuters to pause during their daily journeys, explore a wide range of books, and take their favourite reads home. The book fair, titled StoryBox, is being held from 12 to 21 December and remains open daily from 10 am to 10 pm, adding a vibrant, reader-centric dimension to one of the region’s busiest transit points.
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NCRTC Brings ‘StoryBox’ Book Fair to Anand Vihar Namo Bharat Station
One of the most distinctive aspects of the StoryBox book fair is its box-based purchasing concept. Instead of buying books individually, visitors can choose from two box sizes and fill them with as many books as they can comfortably accommodate. This flexible format allows commuters to select a box based on their budget and reading interests, while also making the book-buying process interactive and enjoyable. The concept encourages readers to explore different genres and take home a curated collection of books in a single purchase.
The fair features a rich and diverse selection of titles, covering fiction, non-fiction, children’s literature, and new arrivals. A dedicated section has been created especially for young readers, ensuring an inclusive experience for families as well. Adding to the attraction, authors are visiting the fair for meet-and-greet sessions, allowing visitors to interact with them personally and get their books signed. A separate merchandise zone has also been set up, further enhancing the overall experience for book lovers and collectors.
For daily commuters, the experience is designed to be effortless and spontaneous. Passengers can step off a train, browse through the book displays, fill a box with their chosen titles, and resume their journey with stories in hand. The book fair integrates smoothly into the flow of everyday travel, making reading a natural and accessible part of the commute. Anand Vihar’s strong connectivity with multiple modes of transport further ensures that the fair is easily accessible to a broad spectrum of commuters and visitors.
This initiative aligns with NCRTC’s broader vision of transforming Namo Bharat stations into dynamic public spaces that go beyond their role as transit points. By incorporating elements of culture, learning, and leisure within station premises, NCRTC aims to make reading more approachable and encourage meaningful engagement during everyday travel.
Such initiatives underline NCRTC’s commitment to developing commuter-friendly environments that extend beyond transportation alone. By hosting cultural activities like the StoryBox book fair, Namo Bharat stations are being positioned as inclusive urban hubs that seamlessly combine mobility with community-oriented experiences.
