The PMS SHRI KV OCF Sector 29B Chandigarh library is a modern, resource-rich learning hub with nearly 12,000 plus books, strong digital infrastructure, active reader clubs, ambitious reading targets, and innovative NEP 2020-aligned projects. Serving over 1,500 users, it blends traditional resources with digital platforms, fostering reading culture, career guidance, and holistic student development.
- Access System: Open access, DDC subject-wise.
- Books: 5,984 (Accn. no. 12084; 5,999 written off).
- E-books: Free, online.
- Magazines: 26 Titles &50 copies per month
- Digital Magazines (@ Edzter): Paid subscription planned for 2026–27.
- Computers: 7 (PM SHRI provision).
- Printers: 1 Xerox/Printer, 1 barcode printer (TVS 44BU).
- Reading Room: 1.
- Furniture: 21 stacks, 2 magazine racks, 6 student tables (under renovation), 3 teacher tables, 55–60 cushioned chairs.
๐ Extension Services
- Services: OPAC, E-LIB, Blogs, Class Libraries.
- Junior Library Resource Room: 1.
- Class Libraries: 15 (Classes I–V).
- Reading Corners: 2 (Reception & Primary Resource Room).
- Gratis Book Bank (Pustakouphar): 200+ books.
๐ Reader’s Clubs
- School Reader’s Club: 5 book clubs.
- Specialized Book Clubs:
- Artists (VI ACB)
- Leaders (VII ABC)
- Sports (VIII ABC)
- Authors (IX ABC)
- Scientists (XI ABC)
๐ฏ Reading Targets
- Books: 20 per student per year.
- Magazines: 60 per student per year.
๐ Activities & Programmes
- Creative Projects: Book reviews, bookmarks, book jackets, table calendars, class magazines, career monograms, newspaper clippings.
- Talks & Reviews: Book talks, magazine talks/reviews, flash cards, storytelling (Suno Kahani, Buno Kahani).
- Exhibitions: 3–4 annually (e.g., Hindi Pakhwada Book Exhibition 2025).
- Visits: Community library visits (State Library, Chandigarh-34).
- Feedback: Annual learning feedback (Classes VI–XII).
- Skill Development: LSRW1 (VI–VIII), LSRW2 (IX–XII).
- Career Guidance: Stream selection (IX–X), personality development blogs.
- Digital Safety: Workshops/seminars (VI–XII).
- Google Quizzes: Thematic (Foundation Day, Freedom, Vivekananda, Sports, Authors, Scientists, Artists, Health Day).
- Also, as per KVS HQ Guidelines
๐ป Digital Library & ICT
- High-End PCs: 9 with Wi-Fi & broadband.
- EG 4.0 LMS & Mobile App: Available to all members.
- EG 4.0 Digital Resources: Cloud-based OPAC, digital magazines, blogs.
- Mentorship: Class-wise digital magazine mentors.
๐ก Outreach & Communication
- Blogs: 2 (Library Blog for KVS students).
- YouTube Channel: @VICKAS42.
- WhatsApp Groups: 21 (Career Guidance, KV Library Teachers, Class Groups VI–XII).
- Student Library Diary: For VI, IX, XI.
- Orientation Programme: Annual (April, Classes VI–XII).
๐ซ Administration & Events
- Routine Work: Circulation, Acquisition, Reference Services, Stock verification (March) etc.
- Exhibitions (6 annually):
- Copyright Day (April, Authors Club)
- Freedom Struggle (Aug, Leaders Club)
- Hindi–Sanskrit Sahitya (Sep, All Clubs)
- Culture & Festivals (Oct, Sports Club)
- Bal Divas (Nov, Artists Club)
- Reference Books (Dec, Scientists Club)
- Pustakouphar (April): 1,252 books distributed (Classes VI–XII).
๐ฅ Users & Circulation
- Total Users: 1,501 (1,453 students + teachers).
- Book Issue Data: As on 30 Sep 2025
- Students: 1,009
- Teachers: 73
- Class Libraries: 1,040
- Magazines included
- Total Issues: 2,122
๐ Innovative Projects
- Blog for KVS Students:.
- Skill House - Makers Space: Hands-on learning (NEP 2020).
- Bhasha Sangam Corner: Reading promotion.
- P-Waves Blog: Student engagement.
- Reading Promotion initiatives.
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