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The Federation of Indian Publishers Holds its 50th Annual General Meeting

The Federation of Indian Publishers held its 50th AGM, electing a new executive team for 2024-2025, focusing on industry growth and innovation.
on Oct 01, 2024

New Delhi, September 25, 2024 — The Federation of Indian Publishers (FIP) successfully conducted its 50th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at The Claridges, New Delhi. The event was honoured by the presence of the Chief Guest, Dr K. Sreenivasarao, Secretary of the Sahitya Akademi, a distinguished figure in the Indian literary landscape known for his significant contributions to the publishing industry.

The AGM provided a comprehensive platform for discussing the myriad opportunities and challenges currently facing the publishing sector. Key members and senior office bearers of the Federation engaged in fruitful discussions, generating valuable insights and solutions to fortify the industry. The consensus emerged that the FIP would persist in representing the interests of publishers at the state level to ensure a cohesive approach to industry challenges.

In addition to addressing pressing issues, the AGM also marked the crucial moment of the elections for the 2024-2025 term. Mr. Saurabh Agrawal, Company Secretary, served as the Election Officer, overseeing the election process with exceptional dedication and professionalism. His commitment to transparency and integrity during the elections was commendable, ensuring that the process ran smoothly and upheld the highest standards of fairness. The Federation acknowledges Mr Aggarwal’s substantial contributions and the invaluable experience he brought to the role.

Following the election process, a new executive team was unanimously elected for the 2024-2025 term, reflecting the confidence and support of the Federation's members. The newly appointed officials are:

Shri Naveen Gupta, PRESIDENT
Shri Ramesh K. Mittal, VICE-PRESIDENT (NORTH)
Shri Himanshu Gupta, VICE-PRESIDENT (EAST)
Shri G. Olivannan, VICE-PRESIDENT (SOUTH)
Ms. Monica Malhotra Kandhari, VICE-PRESIDENT (WEST)
Shri Pranav Gupta, HONORARY GENERAL SECRETARY
Ms. Pushpita Ghosh, HONORARY JOINT SECRETARY
Dr. Ashok Gupta, HONORARY TREASURER

The newly constituted FIP Executive Committee consists of the following members:

Shri Anil Gala
Shri Avinash Agarwal
Shri Praveen Kumar Gupta
Shri Neeraj Govil
Shri Sahil Gupta
Shri Vikrant Mathur
Shri Naresh Jain
Shri Prashant Jain
Shri Santosh Choubey
Shri Nikhil Jain
Ms. Trisha De Niyogi

The new team is poised to build on the foundations laid by their predecessors and has expressed a commitment to elevating the Indian publishing industry to new global heights. They emphasised their intention to focus on innovation, collaboration, and advocacy to enhance the sector's growth and sustainability.

Various initiatives were discussed at the AGM, including the enhancement of digital publishing platforms, the promotion of local authors and works, and strategies to better engage with international markets. The team underscored the importance of adapting to the rapidly evolving landscape of the publishing industry, particularly in light of technological advancements and changing consumer behaviours.

Dr. K. Sreenivasarao, in his address, applauded the Federation for its ongoing efforts to support the literary community and emphasised the critical role publishers play in shaping cultural narratives and knowledge dissemination. He reiterated the need for collaborative efforts between publishers, authors, and educational institutions to foster a vibrant literary ecosystem in India.

The FIP remains committed to advocating for the interests of its members and the broader publishing community. The Federation encourages all stakeholders in the industry to engage actively with the new team and contribute to the discussions on the future of publishing in India.

For further information about the Federation of Indian Publishers and the outcomes of the 50th Annual General Meeting, please contact:

Federation of Indian Publishers
Email: fippresident@gmail.com