A programme to celebrate National Librarian's Day was organised by the Library Committee
of Khalsa College for Women, Sidhwan Khurd, under the able guidance of Dr. Satinder Kaur,
Principal, on 12 August 2026. The day is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of
Dr. S. R. Ranganathan, the Father of Library Science in India.
The programme aimed to create awareness among students about the importance of libraries,
reading habits, and the wide range of print and digital resources available to support their
academic and intellectual development.
On the occasion, Dr. Mahipal Dutt, Librarian, delivered an informative PowerPoint
presentation highlighting the significant role of the library in students’ academic and personal
growth. He acquainted students with the college library’s valuable collection, including its
rare books and magazines, and explained the various library services available to students.
Special emphasis was placed on the National Digital Library of India (NDLI), and students
were informed about its extensive digital learning resources and how they could access and
utilise them effectively.
Prof. Harwinder Kaur, Library Committee Member, apprised the students of the awards
instituted by the college to encourage reading and recognise students who make exemplary
use of library facilities. She explained the criteria and significance of the Best Library Reader
Award and Best Library Volunteer Award.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Satinder Kaur, Principal, encouraged students to develop a
regular reading habit and make optimum use of both the physical and digital resources of the
library. She emphasised that knowledge acquired through books not only enriches students’
intellectual abilities but also contributes significantly to the development of their personality,
critical thinking and practical outlook.
As part of the programme, the Best Library Volunteer Awards were presented to Miss
Gagandeep Kaur and Miss Muskan in recognition of their dedicated contribution to library
activities. The awardees were honoured with cash prizes and certificates of appreciation.
The programme was attended by Library Committee members Dr. Mahipal Dutt, Dr.
Balwinder Kaur, Prof. Harwinder Kaur, Dr. Gaurav Sharma and Mrs. Amandeep Kaur, along
with faculty members and a large number of students.
The programme concluded successfully with an encouraging response from the students. The
celebration served as an effective platform to promote a culture of reading and to sensitise
students towards the extensive academic opportunities offered by the college library and
digital library resources.