Re-structuring for Relevance in Digital Era: A Paradigm Shift of Public Library Services in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR)

Authors

Manendra Kumar Singh, Mizoram University, AizawlFollow
Bhabnanda DasFollow

Date of this Version

Winter 2-5-2023

Comments

This article has important information about the status of public library in BTR

Abstract

Public libraries are a reliable platform for people to exchange information and understand culture, language, literature, customs, and traditions. However, the success rate of public library services in BTR is not satisfactory due to inadequate infrastructure, less use of ICT, unskilled staff, poor funding, and improper policy. This study analyses the present status of public library services to identify the problems, possibilities, and prospects of Bodoland public library services for re-structuring by taking relevant elements of the digital age. The study's main objective is to suggest re-structure the public library services to minimize the gap between public libraries and the people of Bodoland (BTR).