Chennai Book Fair 2026 to Be Inaugurated by CM M.K. Stalin on January 8
The Chennai Book Fair will be inaugurated by M. K. Stalin on January 8 at the YMCA Grounds, Chennai. One of the largest literary events in South India, the book fair will run from January 8 to January 21, attracting lakhs of book lovers, publishers, writers, and students.
During the opening ceremony, the Chief Minister will also present the prestigious Kalaignar Porkizhi Awards for 2026, recognising outstanding contributions to Tamil literature.
Kalaignar Porkizhi Award 2026 – Awardees
Poetry: Sukumaran
Short Story: Aadhavan Deetchanya
Novel: R. Murugan
The awards honour literary excellence and continue the legacy of celebrating Tamil language and creative writing.
The Chennai Book Fair is expected to feature hundreds of publishers, thousands of book titles, cultural events, author interactions, and literary discussions, making it a key highlight of Chennai’s cultural calendar.
