In anticipation of the holy month of Ramadan, Ketab-e-Baihaqi and the Ministry of Information and Culture have organized a week-long book exhibition in Kabul.
Over 10,000 books from more than 100 publishers are on display at the event.
Several publishers consider the exhibition beneficial for boosting book sales.
Ghausuddin Kamal, the exhibition organizer,”The Ministry of Information and Culture, Baihaqi Publishing Directorate, and a group of publishers have organized this exhibition for one week to welcome the holy month of Ramadan.”
Kamaluddin, a publisher, noted: “In the past few days, a large number of our books have been sold.”
Idris, another publisher, said: “During Ramadan, people tend to focus more on religious books. Sales are good, but they were higher in previous years.”
Ahmad Fayaz, who visited the exhibition to find his favorite books, sees such events as a positive step toward promoting a reading culture.
The exhibition began last Thursday and will remain open to visitors for five more days.