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AP's first library association – established 1914
Andhra Desa Grantha Bhandagara Sangham, established on 10th April, 1914, is the first library association in India, later named as Andhra Pradesh Library Association. In the first meeting of the Association in Vijayawada, poet laureate Dr. Chilakamarthy Lakshmi Narasimham Pantulu gave an inspirational message concluding with this thought-provoking poem.
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Our Pioneers
Inspired by our pioneers, whose legacy continues to light the path of knowledge
Stories from Our Library Community
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For over 110 years, APLA has been connecting people with books, resources, and opportunities. Here's what our community says about us.
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A Lifelong Bond with Reading!
"The Pathuri Mobile Library changed my village's life. Books now reach our doorstep every week. My children have developed a love for reading, and I've even started my own small book club. APLA's initiative is a blessing for rural Andhra Pradesh."
M. Lakshmi Devi
School Teacher, West Godavari
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Invaluable Resource for Research
"As a research scholar, access to APLA's digital archives and periodicals has been invaluable. The library conferences and publications keep me updated with the latest in LIS. I'm proud to be a lifetime member of India's oldest library association."
Dr. K. Suresh Kumar
University Librarian, Visakhapatnam
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Words of Wisdom from Our Pioneers
The timeless poem by Dr. Chilakamarthy Lakshmi Narasimham Pantulu
"The Sun's light brightens everything;
So shall knowledge dispel darkness
And brightens every life
Air gives life to all and is freely accessible;
So shall knowledge be within the reach of all
Breathing life's vigour into them
Clear water quenches the thirst of all;
So shall knowledge satisfy
The curiosity of all the curious
And the hunger of the hungry for it."
