TTD begins National Liberary week celebrations; Spl book exhibition to continue till Nov 20
Tirupati, Nov 15 (TNT): The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) on Saturday began National Library Week celebrations at the Sri Venkateswara Central Library and Research Centre in Tirupati, with a series of programmes and special book exhibitions aimed at promoting reading habits and awareness of Indian culture and traditions.
The week-long celebrations, being held from November 14 to 20, seek to encourage reading among children, students and the general public while highlighting Sanatana Dharma, literature, culture, traditions and competitive examination-related subjects.
Speaking on the occasion, SVETA Director and In-charge of the library, Dr. Vema Venkata Ratnam, said the programmes were being organised on the instructions of TTD Executive Officer Muddada Ravichandra and under the guidance of Joint Executive Officers Dr. A. Sharath and Prabhala Gopinath.
A special exhibition of informative and inspirational books for children was organised in connection with Children’s Day. Books relating to the Vedas, Upanishads, Puranas and epics are also being displayed daily under different themes as part of TTD’s efforts to promote Sanatana Dharma.
Essay writing and quiz competitions are being conducted for students to encourage creativity and learning. Prizes will be presented to the winners on November 20.
Dr. Ratnam appealed to students of TTD educational institutions, teachers, readers, donors and library enthusiasts to participate in the celebrations and utilise the opportunity.
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