Mumbai, 27th July 2026: At JBCN International School, nurturing a love for reading and storytelling is at the heart of the learning experience. Through initiatives such as Peek-A-Book, its annual literature festival, Literary Oasis, a book donation drive that helps establish libraries in schools, and regular author interactions, the school encourages curiosity, imagination, and a lifelong reading culture.
Furthering this commitment, JBCN recently hosted its first literary masterclass with celebrated author Amish Tripathi for the launch of his debut children’s fiction book- Dhruv Tara, The Great Indian History Quiz, engaging learners across the secondary section in an inspiring session around the importance of reading in the era of AI. The masterclass also focused on history as a subject and how it nurtures analytical thinking, empathy, and an understanding of how societies evolve over time.
The reading session with Amish Tripathi gave learners an inspiring opportunity to experience the joy of books, reading, and storytelling alongside one of India’s most celebrated contemporary authors. During the interactive session, he engaged learners in conversations about history, fiction, the relevance of reading in the age of AI, and even challenged them with an engaging quiz. The excitement in the room was evident as learners eagerly asked questions and interacted with the author.
Learners also got an exclusive glimpse of the book through its trailer, adding to the anticipation and excitement. Concluding the session, Amish Tripathi encouraged them to cultivate a lifelong love for reading, nurture their imagination, and find their own voice by creating stories that inspire and connect.
Ms Debika Chatterjee, Director Principal, JBCN International School, Borivali, said, “For today’s learners, the world can often feel fast-paced and demanding. Reading offers them an opportunity to pause, reflect, and immerse themselves in stories that spark curiosity and fuel imagination. This is why at JBCN, we have always endeavoured to encourage a reading culture and give learners across all classes ample opportunities to even lead initiatives that nurture the same. The reading session with Amish Tripathi was yet another opportunity for our learners to interact with one of India’s most prominent literary voices. It was also heartening to see their enthusiasm and to know that the love for reading continues to thrive among younger generations.”
Amish Tripathi mentioned, “It was a delight interacting with the students of JBCN. The idea behind Dhruv-Tara is to make history fun. The children can read an exciting adventure of two 11-year old kids (Dhruv & Tara) and through that adventure, learn about India’s fabulous history. I was extremely encouraged by the deep interest of JBCN children in reading, history and our motherland, India. “
The session concluded with an engaging exchange of ideas, leaving learners inspired to explore more books and continue their journey as curious readers.
In the past, too, JBCN has hosted initiatives like Peek A Book, an engaging literature event encompassing activities and contests, where learners between the ages of 4 years to 16 years had the opportunity to meet and interact with talented authors like Anand Neelakantan, Shabnam Minwalla, and Bharti Singh. Likewise, Literary Oasis aimed to promote the joy of reading and curiosity amongst its learners who set up two reading stations with 400 books at MHB School. They also executed multiple book donation drives fostering a love for reading among over 10,000 learners.
About the Author
Amish is a 1974-born, IIM (Kolkata)-educated banker-turned-author. The success of his debut book, The Immortals of Meluha (Book 1 of the Shiva Trilogy), encouraged him to give up his career in financial services to focus on writing. Besides being an author, he is also a broadcaster, the founder of a video gaming company, a film producer and a former diplomat with the Indian government. Amish is passionate about history, spirituality and philosophy, finding beauty and meaning in all world religions. His books have sold more than 8 million copies and have been translated into 21 languages. His Shiva Trilogy is the fastest-selling and his Ram Chandra Series the second-fastest-selling book series in Indian publishing history. His books in The Indic Chronicles, which are based on medieval Indian history, are also blockbuster bestsellers.
About JBCN Education:
JBCN Education has been a pioneering organization in the field of education for over two decades. JBCN Education has a network of five International Schools across Borivali, Parel, Oshiwara, Chembur and Mulund in Mumbai that offer a range of curricula viz. the IB’s (PYP & DP), CAIE (CP, IGCSE, A levels) & ICSE. With a strong base of over 7000 learners and 800 plus globally trained teachers, JBCN Education provides unparalleled education which serves as a cornerstone for lifelong learning.
Founded by Mrs. Pinky Dalal, JBCN Education is powered by a dynamic team driven by a strong vision and incorporates cutting-edge educational practices embraced globally. Its Managing Directors, Mr. Kunal Dalal and Ms. Hemali Dalal have synergised their expertise and experience in school management, finance, banking, and marketing towards creating a premier group of educational institutions. These institutions aim to create a future legacy of learners who are the Changemakers of tomorrow.
For more information contact:
- JBCN Education: Amrita Dudeja: 9619952115
- The Other Circle: Soham Panse: 8291689860
