Vice President Radhakrishnan hails role of libraries in empowering communities

November 2, 2025 1:41 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan hails role of libraries in empowering communities

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday virtually addressed the International Conference on “Libraries Empowering Communities - Global Perspectives” organised by the P.N. Panicker Foundation at Kanakakkunnu Palace in Thiruvananthapuram. The two-day conference, being held from November 2 to 3, marks 80 years of the organised library movement in Kerala, inspired by the vision of P.N. Panicker - revered as the pioneer of India’s library and literacy movement. In his address, the Vice Pre...

PM Modi lauds libraries as hub of creativity, highlights efforts to inspire children’s love for books

November 24, 2024 2:11 PM

PM Modi lauds libraries as hub of creativity, highlights efforts to inspire children’s love for books

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 116th episode of his monthly radio program Mann Ki Baat, highlighted the transformative role of libraries as hubs of creativity and learning. He lauded efforts across India to cultivate a love for books among children and emphasized the importance of fostering creativity through such initiatives. “Books are said to be a man’s best friend, and what better place to strengthen this friendship than a library?” PM Modi said. The Prime Minister praised seve...