Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated the 44th Agartala Book Fair, likening it to a 'Maha Kumbh' of knowledge. He emphasized the importance of books as humanity's truest friends and highlighted the fair's role as a confluence for writers and readers. Saha noted the power of the pen, the necessity of regular reading for personal development, and the fair's adjusted schedule to accommodate student examinations. He also mentioned the venue's accessibility and the government's direct patronage of the event.