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One Library Per Home: KBA Fights Declining Kannada Readership
24 Feb
Summary
- Kannada Book Authority launches 'Manegondu Library' initiative.
- Project aims to establish a library in 1 lakh homes statewide.
- Special awards will recognize contributions to Kannada literature.
The Kannada Book Authority has initiated 'Manegondu Library' (One Library for Every Home) to address concerns about declining readership and sales of Kannada books. This program emphasizes integrating books into household culture as a source of knowledge, rather than mere commodities. A key objective is to cultivate a reading habit, particularly among the youth, by motivating families to create dedicated home libraries.
The initiative plans to establish libraries in 100,000 homes throughout the state. To further promote literary engagement, the authority will institute annual awards in the names of prominent writers and poets. These awards aim to recognize exceptional contributions to Kannada literature and encourage broader participation in reading and publishing.
