From the very first day, the Bangla Academy premises were crowded with book lovers. On some days, especially on holidays, people were seen waiting in long queues to get inside the mela premises. Because of the relative political stability, a festive mood prevailed through the month. Everyday several new books were launched at Nazrul Manch. Young, passionate literary activists as usual kept the Little Magazine corner animated. Publishing houses had to work hard to meet the demands of the readers.

Though the number of publications this year is less than last year, the total amount of sales exceeded all time records by quite a large margin. According to a survey conducted by Bangla Academy, the total number of publications is 1929, which is 491 books less than the previous year. This year the total sale is approximately Taka 10 crore whereas last year the amount was nearly Taka 6.5crore.

On the last day, Bangla Academy gave awards for quality publications. The award winners are Mawla Brothers for Abdus Sakur's Bangalir Muktir Gaan, Kakoli Prokashoni for Muhammad Zafor Iqbal's Ektukhani Bigghan, Anupom Prokashoni for Morshed Shafiul Hassan's Purbo Banglar Chintachorcha 1947-1970 Dhondo o Protikria.