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Public Libraries in the Digital Age: An Indian Perspective

Jogen Sharma

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This paper examines the state and challenges of public libraries in India amid the ongoing digital transformation. With over 75,000 rural and nearly 5,000 urban libraries, India’s public library network plays a crucial role in democratizing information access but faces significant issues, including funding disparities, staffing shortages, uneven ICT adoption, and limited digital resources, particularly in rural and underserved areas. The study examines staffing patterns, budgeting, collection development, ICT integration, and national policy frameworks, utilizing government reports and relevant literature. Findings highlight critical gaps in infrastructure, professional capacity, and policy implementation that hinder efforts to modernize. The paper recommends targeted investments in digital infrastructure, professional training, stable funding mechanisms, policy reform, and the development of multilingual resources to bridge the digital divide and enhance library services for inclusive lifelong learning.

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Transportation engineering Systems engineering Environmental engineering Engineering economy Plasma engineering. Applied plasma dynamics Engineering machinery, tools, and implements Mechanics of engineering. Applied mechanics Materials of engineering and construction. Mechanics of materials Structural engineering (General) Engineering geology. Rock mechanics. Soil mechanics. Underground construction Architectural engineering. Structural engineering of buildings Computer engineering. Computer hardware Nuclear engineering. Atomic power Chemical engineering Low temperature engineering. Cryogenic engineering. Refrigeration Naval architecture. Shipbuilding. Marine engineering Business

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Jogen Sharma

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Sharma, J. (2025). Public Libraries in the Digital Age: An Indian Perspective. https://doi.org/10.58482/ijeresm.v4i3.6

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Tahun Terbit: 2025
Sumber Database: DOAJ
DOI: 10.58482/ijeresm.v4i3.6
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