Chandigarh
4 June 2020
DIVYA AZAD
A webinar on “Empowering Minds and Enriching Times with Books” was organized by the library of DAV College, Sector-10, Chandigarh on June 4th, 2020. The keynote speaker was Dr. D.V. Singh, former University Librarian , and Head Delhi University Library Systems. The webinar began with the college principal Dr. Pawan Sharma sharing his thoughts on books. He added that books are the ultimate source of primary knowledge and will always remain above any technological source of information. He inspired the students to make the books as their friends and spend maximum with the books. College Librarian Mrs. Deepti madaan highlighted the timeless role of books for the growth and development of society. She highlighted the aim behind holding this webinar which is to foster positivity and healthy approach in our mindset by turning to books. Resource person Dr. D. V. Singh enlightened the connected participants about the valuable benefits of reading books. He quoted verses from Holy Gita and prominent poets and dramatists like Emerson and Shakespeare to promote the healthy habit of reading among young generation. The webinar ended with the college alumni and current students sharing their experiences regarding college library and academic life.
