Bhopal Bookaroo Fest Opens At Bharat Bhavan, Kids Bring Giant 25-Foot Doodle Wall Alive With Colours And Creativity

Bhopal's Bharat Bhavan hosted a vibrant two-day Bookaroo Children’s Literature Festival, drawing a crowd of children and their parents on the inaugural day. The bustling atmosphere buzzed with excitement as young attendees flocked to the event, eager to immerse themselves in creative workshops led by authors, illustrators, and storytellers from various corners of India and abroad.

A standout feature of the festival was a colossal 25-foot-diameter doodle wall constructed in the courtyard, transforming the space into an interactive canvas that captivated the imagination of the children as they sketched, painted, and expressed their thoughts and feelings through art. Among the diverse program, Singapore-based author and playwright Laremy Lee imparted the intricacies of dramatic writing, instructing participants on how to adapt their imaginative ideas for stage performances.

Another engaging session delved into the differences between stories and tales with storyteller Shivnarayan, explaining how narrative forms come together to create captivating narratives. However, amidst the whirlwind of joyous activities, Bhopal's BMC officials alleged that certain individuals with connections to MiC had withheld files for months, causing key decisions to be delayed. The matter has led to a meeting being postponed until October 13 to address the issues.