Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University (KKHSOU) celebrated the 134th National Librarians’ Day with a programme organised by its Central Library in collaboration with the Discipline of Library and Information Science. The event commemorated the birth anniversary of Padma Shri Dr S. R. Ranganathan and focused on the theme “Reading as a Tool for Personal Growth.”
Noted Assamese writer and motivational speaker Mayur Bora delivered a lecture highlighting the importance of reading in developing critical thinking, creativity, emotional maturity and a deeper understanding of society and culture. Speakers also emphasised the role of libraries in promoting lifelong learning and encouraged students and researchers to read printed books.
More than 100 participants attended the programme, which was also livestreamed on Facebook and attracted over 6,000 online viewers. The event concluded with a vote of thanks.