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Exhibition of Books in the Wedding Halls: A New and Commendable Initiative
2/18/2026 9:31:26 PM
Dr. Vijay Garg

An Indian wedding is not just the union of two individuals, but a celebration of cultures, families and values. With the changing times, new traditions are being added to wedding ceremonies. In the same vein, a positive and inspiring initiative emerged Hai—Exhibition of books in pandals of marriage. This new custom not only distinguishes the ceremony, but also promotes a culture of knowledge and reading in society.
Beautiful confluence of tradition and modernity
Decorations, music and food used to be the main attraction at previous weddings. Today educated and aware families are viewing marriage as an opportunity to deliver a social message. The book exhibition is a symbol of this thinking—Where there is also the dissemination of knowledge with celebrations. Unique experience for guests
Wedding guests are often busy with chat or mobile in their free time. Guests can look through literature, motivational books, children’s stories, spiritual texts or books related to competitive exams if an attractive corner of books is decorated in the pavilion. This adds meaningful engagement to the ceremony.
Positive change in the culture of gift-giving
Many families have begun offering books to guests in lieu of cash or decorative items. This tradition inspires to give the gift of knowledge. A good book lasts a lifetime and enriches the reader’s thoughts. Inspiration for children and young people
A book exhibition at a wedding draws children and young people into reading. From coloring picture books to science, life skills and personality development books can give them a new direction.
Social Message: Knowledge is the true wealth
Such initiatives give society the message that knowledge and culture are more important than splendour and looks. This custom can contribute to making the society aware and educated by promoting a culture of reading.
How to organize?
Set up a separate book corner or stall
Have books for different age groups
Include books from local authors
For guests , take a book with you arrange have also become a platform to display their preferences and ideology. Where weddings used to consist of nothing more than grand decorations, DJs and dish talk, a unique custom called ‘books fair” is now taking its place. This change is the introduction of changing thinking and intellectual development in society. Why the beginning of this custom? Today’s younger generation is moving beyond ‘looking’ to doing something ‘meaningful’. The following are the main reasons behind having a book display at a wedding: Intellectual gifts: People are now believing in sharing knowledge instead of plastic or show-pieces. Meaningful Reception: It is a new and pleasant experience for the guests to eat and drink, as well as read good books at leisure. Source of inspiration: Connecting new generations and children to the smell of papers and a culture of reading by shifting away from the digital world. How is this tradition changing? This new custom is being adopted in different ways:
Above the facade is ‘Buddhist development” Weddings often become mere show offs. The presence of books in the pavilion indicates that the family places ritual and knowledge above material wealth. This gives guests a new topic of discussion—Taste of food may also talk about the subject of books.
Books as a ‘Return Gift” Often at weddings we give away boxes of candy or plastic items. In its place if guests from the exhibition could choose a book of their choice to take home, it would leave an enduring impact on their lives. A good book can change someone’s mind.
Inspiration for children and young people Children and young people at a wedding are often bored with the noise. A corner with coloring books, comics or inspiring stories can turn them away from the mobile screen and into a reading habit.
The confluence of cultural heritage Marriage is the union of two families and cultures. In the exhibition if: be books of literature and history. Have works from local authors. Have books on family values and relationships. ...so it adds many folds to the dignity of celebration.
Message board on the importance of reading
conclusion
The display of books in the pavilions of marriage is a small initiative but still a sign of big social change. This tradition links celebration with wisdom and provides an inspiring example for generations to come. If this new custom is widely adopted, wedding ceremonies can become a celebration of knowledge-sharing rather than just an occasion for pleasure.
If the light of knowledge is also lit up along with lights in marriage, then society’s future can be brighter.
Dr. Vijay Garg Retired Principal Malout Punjab
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