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Bengaluru Rain Turns Bookworm Into a Wet Book Fair Viral Fix
India
Published on 30 April 2026

Netizens propose a clever way to rescue books
Heavy Bengaluru rains flooded Church Street and left Bookworm with thousands of water-damaged books, sparking an online backlash and sympathy wave. In response, netizens floated a “Wet Book Fair” concept to save remaining copies and involve the community in cleanup and redistribution. The flood has become a surprising test of how fast local book lovers can mobilize.
- Church Street flooding submerged Bookworm and thousands of books
- Images of soiled books sparked a swift viral response
- Netizens suggested a “Wet Book Fair” to rescue and reuse books
- Community efforts aim to limit losses and restore damaged stock
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