Ajitabh Sharma, principal secretary energy, Rajasthan government, inaugurated a new phygitallibrary at the Reserve Police Line, Chandpole, Jaipur. Police commissioner Sachin Mittal was also present on the occasion.
The Rs 75-lakh facility developed by Mahindra World City, a joint venture between Mahindra and Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation (RIICO), aligns with the Rajasthan Government's broader initiatives to expand educational infrastructure, nurture digital learning, and enhance youth employability by supporting preparation for various competitive and government examinations.
Ajitabh Sharma, Principal Secretary, Energy, Government of Rajasthan, said, “This initiative exemplifies the power of public-private collaboration in driving social progress. By enabling access to learning resources for police personnel, their families and the larger community, it strengthens the foundation of inclusive development.”
Developed under Mahindra World City Jaipur's CSR program, the phygital library – combining both physical and digital learning resources will primarily serve police personnel and their families, while also remaining open to the public. It is expected to benefit over 5,000 citizens over time and will house books across subjects including Science, Mathematics, Arts & Literature, Competitive Exams, Skill Development, and Fiction/Non-Fiction.
The facility is also integrated with the National Digital Library of India (NDLI), an initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India, developed by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur.
NDLI provides access to millions of digital resources including books, journals, articles, theses, videos, and simulations across diverse disciplines making quality educational content accessible to students, teachers, researchers, and lifelong learners alike.
Sachin Mittal, Commissioner of Police, Jaipur, said, “We deeply appreciate this thoughtful initiative. The library will serve as a meaningful space for study, learning, and personal growth for police personnel and their families”
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