In a bid to promote centuries-old heritage and vibrant culture of Delhi, the AAP Government on Monday decided to build a central library here. The library will showcase the rich literature of India with respect to all the aspects of Delhi’s past — from ancient history to Moghul and modern period.
“We have decided to build the city’s first Central Culture library to promote the culture and heritage of the Capital. This library will have rich literature on cultural and historical aspects of the city,” Minister of Art and Culture Jitendra Singh Tomar, adding that the Art and Culture Department has already started looking for a suitable property for this purpose.
Delhi already has a few old libraries like Hardinge library (Hardayal Municipal Public library), Delhi Public library, Municipal Corporation of Delhi library at the historic Town Hall, Central Secretariat library, besides libraries at the National Archives and the Archaeological Survey of India, among others.
“Several dynasties over thousands of years have left behind monuments, forts and other architectural marvels that beautify the national Capital. In view of this, the Central Culture library will provide knowledge about historical and cultural aspects of historical past to the city’s residents,” an official said.