The Jayaprakash Narayan Public Library was inaugurated in the NDMC area of Delhi on 11 July 2026.
Key features
- Collections: ~32,000 physical books; ~1 crore (10 million) e‑books and digital resources.
- Seating & spaces: Seating capacity ~200; includes a reading hall and a children’s section.
- Special facilities: Multimedia and digital knowledge‑centre infrastructure for research and study.
- User groups: Facilities aimed at students, researchers and general readers.
Administration and location
- Developer/manager: New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC).
- Jurisdictional link: NDMC administers civic services and public facilities in parts of central Delhi.
- Site: Located within NDMC area of New Delhi (central administrative district).
Naming and historical linkage
- Namesake: Named after Jayaprakash Narayan, leader associated with the Total Revolution movement of the 1970s.
IASPOINT Booster Facts
- Public library models: Indian public libraries commonly combine print, reference, children’s corners and digital services; implementation varies by state and urban local body.
- NDMC: A central‑administered municipal body responsible for key civic functions in New Delhi.
- Exam linkage: Digital library infrastructure is relevant to questions on e‑governance, digital public goods and urban public infrastructure.