Namo book Festival

Ink & Inspiration

An unprecedented celebration of literature, leadership and legacy

16 & 17 January, 2026

Dr. Ambedkar International centre, Janpath, New Delhi.

Organizers:

Associate Partner:

THE MODI MODEL

Written. Debated. Lived.

A curated exhibition of books on Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, celebrating distinguished authors whose works chronicle his life journey, leadership philosophy, and growth-oriented vision for the nation.

From Ideas to India

@2047

NAMO Books Festival

A flagship initiative by CMPPR, Niswarth Kadam & Delhi Tourism.

Celebrating Ideas

Books, leadership, and dialogue inspired by PM Narendra Modi.

Unique Focus

Curated showcase of books by and about PM Modi.

For the Next Generation

Fosters critical thinking, civic awareness, and aspiration

Read the Vision.
Debate the Future. Design Bharat

Vision

Celebrates informed citizenship and reflective leadership as drivers of India’s development and civilizational journey

Purpose

Nurtures informed, responsible, and visionary citizens through books and ideas

Youth-Centric

NAMO-GenV Book Fest empowers India’s youth as architects of the nation’s future.

Inaugural Honor

Presence of the Hon’ble Vice President highlights the importance of constitutional values, education, and thoughtful public discourse

Where Policy Meets Purpose

Highlighting India’s transformation via books curated on and by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.

Focusing on policy reforms, statecraft, digital transformation, infrastructure, foreign policy, and social change as a coherent governance philosophy, not isolated schemes.

Moving youth from passive consumption to active participation through debates, hackathons, storytelling, essays, films, and policy idea challenges focused on India@2047.

Translating governance into immersive formats, policy expos, AR/VR, digital kiosks, before-after narratives, to make state action tangible and relatable.

Key Highlights

Curated Book Exhibitions & Thematic Book Stalls

on governance, development, leadership, innovation, and nation-building

Panel Discussions

featuring policymakers, diplomats, scholars, authors, and thought leaders

Youth-centric Activities

including debates, essay competitions, and idea challenges

Participation

from students, researchers, civil society members, and international delegates

Coverage

by national and international media

Expected footfall

of over 10,000 people over two days

Objectives

Empowering Public Discourse

Celebrating the curated books on & by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi as bridges to encourage engagement towards policy debates and media storytelling

Celebrate Literary & Intellectual Diversity

To highlight books from across genres and languages, showcasing India’s rich literary heritage, and to introduce readers to diverse perspectives on history, culture, governance, and philosophy.

Highlight the Leadership & Vision of PM Narendra Modi

To bring focus to visionary leadership through books that explore the Prime Minister’s thinking, governance model, and ideas on national development.

Create an Engaging Platform for Authors and Scholars

To provide a forum for authors, poets, researchers, and intellectuals to present their work, engage in discussions, and interact with readers.

Encourage Youth Engagement and Innovation

To inspire the GEN V of thinkers and leaders by integrating digital reading platforms, creative writing workshops, storytelling sessions, and interactive forums within the festival format.

Foster Literary Dialogue and Cultural Exchange

To connect regional, national, and international literary communities, facilitating dialogues that bridge linguistic and cultural boundaries.

Registration

Meet academicians, scholars, and researchers from across disciplines, fostering rigorous intellectual exchange and evidence-based dialogue on leadership, public policy, culture, and national development.

The presence of corporate leaders, industry experts, and CSR professionals links ideas with implementation and exploring the role of ethical leadership, social responsibility, and private-sector participation in nation-building

A central focus of the initiative is the engagement of youth from leading universities and institutions, who are encouraged to participate as active contributors— questioning, debating, and reflecting on ideas that shape informed citizenship and future leadership.

The Festival remains open and accessible to the general public and civil society representatives, reinforcing its character as a democratic intellectual platform that values inclusivity, dialogue, and the shared pursuit of knowledge.

Sponsorship and
Partnership Opportunity

Engage with an influential and thoughtfully curated audience of policymakers, elected representatives, diplomats, leading academicians, scholars, researchers, corporate leaders, and CSR professionals, alongside bright young minds from premier universities and institutions. With an expected footfall of over 10,000 discerning participants, the platform offers unparalleled visibility and meaningful engagement at the intersection of ideas, leadership, and nation-building.

A range of exclusive partnership categories is available, each offering bespoke customization aligned with your strategic communication goals, brand positioning, and long-term outreach objectives.

Organizers

The NAMO Books Festival offers thoughtfully curated registration pathways, designed to ensure meaningful participation and refined engagement across diverse constituencies.

Council for Media Public Policy Research (CMPPR) is an independent research and advocacy platform engaged in examining the intersection of media, governance, and public policy in India. It focuses on fostering informed public discourse through research, publications and intellectual initiatives.

Niswarth Kadam (meaning “Selfless Step”) has consistently taken meaningful strides in promoting nation-first narratives, empowering youth, and preserving India’s rich heritage through events that enlighten and inspire.

Associate Partner

Delhi Tourism, under the Government of NCT of Delhi, promotes the Capital as a vibrant global destination, celebrating its heritage, culture, cuisine, monuments, festivals, and modern experiences while facilitating responsible and enriching travel.

Council for Media and Public Policy Research

cmppr.official@gmail.com