Library Kendriya Vidyalaya Garhwa Jharkhand

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

National Reading Day 19th June 2025

CELEBRATION OF READING DAY, READING WEEK

AND

READING MONTH

In memory of honoring the father of the “Library Movement in Kerala” Late Shri Puthuvayil Narayana Panicker popularly known as P. N. Panicker, country is celebrating Reading Day starting from 19 June, Reading Week from 19 June to 25 June and Reading Month from 19 June to 18 July 2023. Various activities will be conducting by the Library KV Garhwa starting from Reading Day Pledge on 19 June.

National Reading Day is observed on P.N. Panicker’s death anniversary and serves as a tribute to his vision, passion, and unwavering commitment to promoting reading as a means of personal and societal growth. It encourages individuals to celebrate the joys of reading, explore the wealth of knowledge available in books, and recognize the transformative power of reading in shaping individuals and communities.
National Reading Day originated as a tribute to P.N. Panicker’s contributions to the literacy movement in India. P. N. Panicker was a teacher and founder of the library movement in Kerala. He was born on 1stMarch 1909 and breathed his last on 19th June 1995.
Important Information on National Reading Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 22nd national reading day and digital reading month celebrations in June 2017 on his visit to Kerala.
He also appealed to promote “Read and Grow” to at least 300 million people over the nation by 15th August 2022.
Lastly, he governed the P.N. Panicker Foundation to propagate digital reading and usage of digital technology in education in 2017.
The P N Panicker Foundation and P N Panicker Vigyan Vikas Kendra have been observing the national reading day, reading week and reading month since June 19, 1996.

Some Glimpses of event in School

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

ENVIRO QUIZ ( WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY - 05.06.2025

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY

05.06.2025

In line with the vision to promote sustainable living and enhance environmental awareness among citizens, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India, in collaboration with MyGov, has launched an engaging and educational initiative – the Enviro Quiz.

This quiz is designed to deepen public understanding on crucial topics such as biodiversity, geography, sustainability, wildlife conservation, and flagship environmental programmes of India.

Join the movement for a greener future. Take the quiz and be a part of India’s mission to protect the environment.

Salient features:

1. The quiz will be in English language only.

2. Duration of the quiz will be 5 minutes (300 seconds), during which a maximum of 10 questions can be answered.

Gratification:

1. Top 25 winners will receive a cash prize of ₹1000/- each.

2. Next 25 winners will be awarded a cash prize of ₹500/- each.

3. All participants will receive a digital certificate of participation

TO PARTICIPATE IN THE QUIZ

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Friday, May 2, 2025

WORLD BOOK & COPYRIGHT DAY 23rd APRIL

WORLD BOOK & COPYRIGHT DAY 23rd APRIL

World Book and Copyright Day is a celebration to promote the enjoyment of books and reading. Each year, on 23 April, celebrations take place all over the world to recognize the scope of books - a link between the past and the future, a bridge between generations and across cultures. On this occasion, UNESCO and the international organizations representing the three major sectors of the book industry - publishers, booksellers and libraries, select the World Book Capital for a year to maintain, through its own initiatives, the impetus of the Day’s celebrations.

23 April is a symbolic date in world literature. It is the date on which several prominent authors, William Shakespeare, Miguel de Cervantes and Inca Garcilaso de la Vega all died. This date was a natural choice for UNESCO's General Conference, held in Paris in 1995, to pay a world-wide tribute to books and authors on this date, encouraging everyone to access books.

SOURCE-World Book and Copyright Day | UNESCO

World Book and Copyright Day Theme 2025

The official theme for World Book and Copyright Day 2025 is "The role of literature in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)". This theme emphasizes the importance of choice and enjoyment in fostering a love of reading.

History of World Book and Copyright Day

World Book and Copyright Day, celebrated annually on April 23rd, boasts a rich history intertwined with the evolution of book culture and the fight for author rights. Let’s embark on a literary voyage through its captivating past:

Seeds of Inspiration

1926: The roots lie in Catalonia, Spain, where April 23rd is traditionally honored as Saint George’s Day, a celebration marked by gifting roses and books. Author Vicente Clavel sees an opportunity to promote literature and proposes a “Book Day” on this date.
1930: After Cervantes’ death anniversary also falls on April 23rd, the day gains further significance and takes on an international dimension.

Germination of a Global Event

1952: UNESCO establishes itself as a champion of cultural heritage and recognizes the crucial role of books in education and understanding.
1990: The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) joins the cause, emphasizing the importance of protecting the rights of authors and creators.

Blooming into the Book and Copyright Day

1995: UNESCO’s General Conference officially proclaims April 23rd as World Book and Copyright Day, highlighting the dual purpose of celebrating books and advocating for author rights.
Since then: This day has blossomed into a global phenomenon, observed in over 100 countries. Libraries, bookstores, schools, and communities organize diverse activities – readings, discussions, book drives, and author events – to foster a love for books and raise awareness about copyright protection.

A Celebration with a Cause

World Book and Copyright Day not only celebrates the magic of reading and the transformative power of stories but also addresses crucial issues:

Promoting literacy and access to books for all: The day shines a light on populations with limited access to reading materials and encourages initiatives to bridge the gap.
Highlighting the value of intellectual property: It emphasizes the importance of copyright protection in ensuring fair compensation for authors and encouraging the creation of new books.
Celebrating diversity in literature: The day promotes the inclusion of different voices and perspectives, enriching the literary landscape and fostering cultural understanding.

SOURCE-World Book and Copyright Day 2024 (23rd April), Theme & History (oliveboard.in)

Orientation Program of Library

Orientation Program of Library

Library orientation program was organized for class VI-A students on 29-04-2024 in class and visit to library for library resources acquaintance and rules. All students are very happy to enter into the world of information center to develop their imagination power, reading skill and express their happiness to become good lifelong reader. Some glimpses are below-