Mohali, October 17, 2025: More than 25,000 books covering literature, science, management, technology and humanities were displayed during the 5th International Book Exhibition at Chandigarh University, which concluded on Friday. The two-day event drew hundreds of students, faculty members and book enthusiasts, turning the university campus into a vibrant hub of learning, culture and discussion.
Over 30 national and international publishers and booksellers participated, setting up stalls that offered titles from across the world. The event also featured an Author Talk on cyber security by noted writer and ethical hacker Arun Soni, who has authored more than 182 books and holds a Limca Book Record for writing the most books on computer education.
Speaking about the growing threat of online fraud, Soni said, “We are living in a digital age where almost everything, including financial transactions, happens online. Awareness and adherence to cyber safety norms are the only shields against such crimes.”
He advised students to take simple precautions such as regularly changing their Wi-Fi passwords to prevent unauthorized access. “A hacker sitting anywhere in the world can exploit your home router to steal personal or banking information within minutes,” he noted.
The inaugural session was attended by Dr. S.S. Sehgal, Registrar of Chandigarh University, Dr. Prem Prakash Satti, Chief Librarian, and Anju Chauhan, Senior Librarian, along with faculty members and students from various departments.
Dr. Sehgal said the exhibition aimed to rekindle the reading habit among young people and reconnect them with their cultural roots. “In this digital age, it’s a challenge to connect today’s youth with their heritage and history. Books are still the most powerful tools to shape minds,” he said. “At Chandigarh University, we want our students to hold books in their hands, not just mobile phones.”
He added that the university was taking steps to promote reading in Punjabi, Hindi and other regional languages and announced the creation of a special library corner dedicated to Indian achievers such as astronaut Kalpana Chawla, to inspire students.
The exhibition concluded with cultural performances, including dance, singing and turban-tying competitions, with winners felicitated with trophies and certificates.
