The 24th edition of the Neyveli Book Fair, one of the most popular and eagerly awaited literary events in the country, was formally inaugurated today, 04.07.2025, by  Union Minister for Coal & Mines, G Kishan Reddy, through virtual mode, in the august presence of Secretary (Mines), Additional Secretary (Coal), Chairman & Managing Director of Coal India Limited (CIL), and Prasanna Kumar Motupalli, Chairman & Managing Director, NLC India Limited. Inaugurating the 24th Neyveli Book Fair on the sidelines of the International Conference on Sustainable and Responsible Mining at Hyderabad, the Union Minister for Coal & Mines, G Kishan Reddy, appreciated NLC India Limited for its consistent efforts in fostering a culture of reading and intellectual development in society through this flagship annual literary event. He lauded the Neyveli Book Fair as a significant platform that promotes knowledge, inclusivity, and community engagement—values that are vital in the making of a developed India. Under the visionary leadership of  Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, the nation is steadfastly progressing towards the goal of becoming a developed country by 2047. In this transformative journey of Viksit Bharat @ 2047, initiatives like the Neyveli Book Fair play a vital role in nurturing an informed, empowered, and aspirational youth.