The FIP 44th Awards for Excellence in Book Production honoured the exceptional achievements within the publishing industry, gathering esteemed personalities and award recipients. Pranav Gupta played an integral role in organising this prestigious event, facilitating discussions that enriched the audience’s understanding of contemporary challenges and opportunities in publishing. He had the distinct honour of sharing the stage with Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, a prominent politician, author, and social innovator, hosted a compelling one-on-one session with her. Pranav’s contributions significantly elevated the event, ensuring a dynamic and intellectually stimulating experience for all attendees.