3 Best Libraries in New Delhi

“Delhi Public Library was inaugurated by India's first Prime Minister, Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, on October 27, 1951. The Library operates under the administrative control of the Ministry of Culture, which is part of the Government of India. There are 165,854 registered members. The library network comprises a Central Library, 3 Branch Libraries, 20 Sub-Branch Libraries, 1 Community Library, and 8 Resettlement Colony Libraries. Delhi Public Library offers diverse books, journals, and other reading materials in various Indian languages to disseminate knowledge, information and culture. Delhi Public Library provides free library services and e-resources for research-oriented purposes in the NCT of Delhi. Swayam is an educational program initiated by the Government of India to achieve the cardinal principles of Education Policy: access, equity, and quality.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Public Library
• 37 Branches
• 1,59,000 Members.”

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“American Library was founded in 1951 to promote understanding between India and the United States. Over 350 million people have been served. Approximately 10,000 full-text journals are available, as 16,000 books and 150 print periodicals covering various subjects such as law, trade, management, and American literature. American Library provides free membership to the public. The institution holds cultural programs, art exhibits, film screenings, book launches, discussions, and lectures to promote awareness and encourage people in society. The American Center now releases a bi-monthly book post. The library has a comprehensive information system to assist members in gathering data on various subjects related to life and culture in the United States.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• 73 Years of Experiance
• 76,000 Registered Patrons.”

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“The Dyal Singh Public Library was established in Lahore in 1928 at the will of Sardar Dyal Singh Majithia, a 19th-century philanthropist and social reformer of Punjab. The Dyal Singh Library Trust Society manages the Dyal Singh Public Library under Dewan Gajendra Kumar's leadership. The library houses a collection of more than 40,000 books that are of national and international reputation. The books are primarily in English, Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi and cover various subject areas, including literature, social sciences, history, international relations, management, information technology, and philosophy. In addition to these, the library also has diverse collections that represent other fields of knowledge. Currently, the library serves approximately 12000 valued members with an average of over 100 daily users. Library resources are available for the public to consult free of charge. You must pay a refundable security deposit of ₹ 500 to borrow materials.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• 100 Magazines
• 23 National Daily Newspapers.”

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