Srinagar, July 19 -- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha attended the third edition of the Chinar Book Festival here on Saturday, saying books are like living conversations that force us to think deeply, ask questions, challenge our beliefs, and inspire us to grow.

He said this festival is more than just an event and it's a movement to build a vibrant community of readers, writers, and thinkers.

"Our goal is to transform Jammu and Kashmir into a national hub for knowledge, culture, and creativity. I hope this book festival will inspire the youth to read every day, protect endangered languages, and use literature as a way to value and respect diversity," the LG said.

According to an official press release, the LG said "nothing matches the p...