National Library Day observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Bishnupur, August 12 2017:
In connection with the 125th birth day of the father of Library Science, Dr SR Ranganathan, National Library Day was observed at Children’s Model Academy, Thanga Khunjem Leikai today .
Organised by Manipur Library Association (MALA), the event was attended by Thanga Zilla Parishad member Ningthoujam Dinesh Singh as chief guest, MALA president Kangjam Chaoba Singh as president, headmaster of Children's Model Academy Laishram Sova Singh and manager Lalzwamsang as guests of honour .
Floral tributes were paid to the photo of Dr SR Ranganathan before the beginning of the function .
Speaking at the observation as resource persons, former president of MALA L Sabita Devi and Library and Information Officer of NEILIT H Rajendra Singh elaborated on the life of Dr Ranganathan and his contribution in the field of Library Science, advantages and importance of library etc .
N Dinbesh Singh urged the gathering of students to understand the the importance of enhancing libraries in the State.