Conrad Pune launches, ConREAD, a signature monthly initiative that brings together authors, thinkers, and passionate readers for a compelling exchange of stories, ideas, and debates. Launching on 21st April, just ahead of World Book Day, ConREAD aims to create a thriving community for those who find joy between the pages and meaning in conversations.
A monthly literary gathering for Punekars
ConREAD will host monthly meet-ups where Punekars can meet their favourite authors in an intimate setting. ConREAD is a movement to encourage intellectual exchange, a deep dive into emerging publishing trends, and exclusive interactions with leading authors. From literature to finance to real-world insights, ConREAD will serve as a dynamic platform where ideas take center stage.
Inaugural edition with Devina Mehra and Neil Borate
The inaugural edition will feature the celebrated and bestselling author and stock market expert Devina Mehra, in conversation with Neil Borate, Head of Personal Finance at Mint. Together, they will dive into her latest work, Money, Myths and Mantras – The Ultimate Investment Guide, followed by an interactive Q&A and book signing, giving readers a chance to connect directly with the minds behind the books they love.
A space for immersive, intellectual luxury
Speaking about the launch, Abhishek Sahai, General Manager, Conrad Pune, shared, “With ConREAD, we are opening our doors to a new kind of luxury which is intellectual, immersive, and community-driven. This series is our way of giving back to the cultural fabric of Pune by creating a space where book lovers and thinkers can gather, converse, be bold, and stay inspired. We’re thrilled to launch this journey with Devina Mehra and look forward to many more chapters to come.”
Author Devina Mehra on being part of ConREAD
Excited to be part of ConREAD, author Devina Mehra shared, “I’m excited to be part of the inaugural edition of ConREAD at Conrad Pune. The combination of my two favourites—books and investing/finance—in spaces that feel open, warm, and genuinely curious, sounds just perfect. And I have no doubt this evening will be just that. I truly appreciate Conrad Pune for creating a space where stories, questions, and real-life insights could flow freely. I look forward to sharing my journey and insights with everyone.”
