Publication: Upgraded tech, refined databases and improved reading spaces: Libraries in Gujarat become harbingers of change
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2024-09-02
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The Indian Express, p.09
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A huge jump in users with the technological advancements has been witnessed at the Knowledge Exchange and Information Centre (KEIC) at MICA Ahmedabad. “The online download numbers have increased from 7,741 (in 2019) to 20,903 (in 2023) whereas physical visits increased from 10908 (in 2019) to 13360 in (2023),” Librarian at MICA, Dr Chintan Pandya said. Pandya earlier visited several leading institutions such as the American Library Association (ALA) in Chicago, OCLC in Dublin, University of Ohio, University of Chicago, and the Abraham Lincoln Museum in Springfield as part of an international programme.
Reflecting on his experience, Pandya said, “The passion for gathering information can be maximised by bringing technology into our libraries and providing readers with a user-friendly space. It is crucial for librarians to assume responsibility for educating both young and old individuals about digital citizenship and digital literacy.”
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MICA Library, Chintan Pandya' review