British Council Library, a paradise for book lovers, has announced the re-opening of its physical library in Kolkata. The library is the ...
British Council Library, a paradise for book lovers, has announced the re-opening of its physical library in Kolkata. The library is the go-to place for booklovers and avid readers in the city and caters to the reading and learning needs of its members from the 18 to 65 year age group. The reading trends witnessed in the ‘City of Joy’ are inclined towards fiction, literature, psychology, English language and self-development material. The decision to reopen is in line with the state government's recent directive to open public libraries.
With the British Council Library
membership, bibliophiles can access a range of educational and entertainment
resources, from books and e-books, novels, newspapers, magazines, academic
journals, and research publications to self-access training materials, graphic
novels, films, music concerts, audiobooks and much more. Established in 1950, the British Council Library houses
a staggering physical collection of 26,459 books, magazines and DVD films.
Many book lovers have grown to love British Council’s Digital library and see it as a one-stop solution for high-quality content. Kolkata is one of the top four cities with the highest number of Digital Library memberships.
The library has received a positive response since reopening its
doors - 154 new members have been added and 491 members renewed their
membership. The library has reopened for members above 15 years by
pre-confirmed appointment from the library account.
Debanjan Chakrabarti, Director, East and Northeast India, British Council, said, "We know our members have been missing
the experience of being in a physical library and the tactile experience of
flipping through the pages of their favourite books. In line with the state
government's regulations, we have reopened our library ensuring the safety
of our members and staff while implementing strict health and safety protocols.
At the same time, our Digital Library memberships continue to be very popular
as well. Our library has books, resources, content and interesting workshops on
offer for members of all age groups and interests, making it a one-stop-shop
for families, students and professionals in the city. It is often the first
port of call for those planning to study in the UK as well.”
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