LIBRARIAN DAY 2025-2026

Report on Librarian’s Day Celebration

 

Date: 12^th August, 2025.

Venue: College Moot Court, and College Library.

Attended by: Students, Faculty Members

Organized by: Library Committee.

Timing:10.30 a.m. To 12.30 p.m.

Introduction:

To commemorate the 133rd birth anniversary of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan, the father of Library Science in India, the Library Committee of Oriental College of Law, Sanpada, organized Librarian’s Day Celebration on 12th August 2025. The event took place in the college Library and Moot Court Hall, aiming to highlight the pivotal role of libraries and librarians in the academic and professional growth of law students.

This celebration served as a platform to acknowledge the lasting contributions of Dr.S.R. Ranganathan, promote reading culture among students, and encourage active engagement with library resources. A variety of activities including competitions, speeches, and interactive sessions were conducted under the guidance of faculty and with enthusiastic participation from students.

Objectives:

1. To commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan.
2. To highlight the importance of libraries and librarians in legal education.
3. To promote reading habits and better use of library resources.
4. To raise awareness about information access and ethics in law.
5. To engage students through competitions and interactive activities.
6. To strengthen the student-library connection as a hub of learning.

Inauguration and Welcome address:

The Librarian’s Day Celebration commenced with a warm and graceful inauguration in the college Library and Moot Court Hall. The program began with the traditional lighting of the lamp, symbolizing the dispelling of darkness through knowledge and learning.

The event was graced by the presence of Principal Dr. Gordhan Devnani, Vice-Principal Dr. Yuthika Sawant, Mrs. Kalpana Gaikwad Librarian, and Library Committee Member Mrs. Mansi Ashar, along with faculty members and students.

 

 

A heartfelt welcome address was delivered by Mr. John Vania a student from 3^rd Year L.L.B., extending greetings to all dignitaries, staff, and students.

Following the inauguration, the program proceeded with inspiring speeches by the esteemed dignitaries.

Speeches by Principal, Librarian, and Vice Principal:

Principal Dr. Gordhan Devnani addressed the gathering, highlighting the crucial role of libraries and librarians in shaping the academic and professional journey of law students. He emphasized how a well-managed library serves as the backbone of any educational institution and encouraged students to make the best use of the available resources.

Next, Librarian Mrs. Kalpana Gaikwad spoke about importance of Library and its rules.

The Vice Principal Prof. Yuthika Sawant concluded the speech segment by encouraging students to develop a lifelong habit of reading and exploration. She stressed the importance of information literacy in the legal profession.

The speeches collectively inspired the students and set a motivating tone for the subsequent activities.

 Activities:

v  Elocution Competition:

Following the motivating address by the Vice Principal, the event proceeded with the much-awaited Elocution Competition, organized to encourage critical thinking and oratory skills among students.

The topic of the competition revolved around "A Brief talk on the Importance of Libraries in Education", allowing participants to express their views on how libraries shape the academic and intellectual growth of future legal professionals.

The competition saw active participation from the following students:

1. Thakur Ranita – 3rd Year L.L.B.
2. Nikalje Dnyandeep – 3rd Year L.L.B.
3. Vakil Moinudeen – 2nd Year B.A. L.L.B.
4. Kulaye Anisha – 4th Year B.A. L.L.B.
5. Khot Atharv – 3rd Year B.A. L.L.B.

Each participant presented their thoughts confidently, highlighting the timeless importance of libraries and the visionary contributions of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan. The speeches were rich in content, well-articulated, and appreciated by both faculty and students.

The competition provided a platform for students to develop public speaking skills and reflect on the evolving role of libraries in legal research and education.

v  Logic in Emoji’s

Next, the students enthusiastically participated in the “Logic in Emoji’s” a warm up game — a creative quiz where various emoji’s represented laws, legal concepts, or famous court cases. Participants were challenged to decode the emoji sequences and guess the correct legal terms or landmark cases.

This unique and interactive game sparked excitement among the students, encouraging them to think innovatively while revising important legal topics.

v  Operation Legal Knowledge:

After the elocution competition, all students moved to the library for a fun Treasure Hunt called “Operation Legal Knowledge.”

The students were split into four teams. Each team started by answering a small quiz called “Order in Library.” Only after getting the answers right did they receive their first clue.

Using the clues, the teams searched for answers related to important laws, topics, and famous court cases. The clues led them from one clue to other inside the correct book for the group.

The first team to complete all the clues and get the correct name of case was declared the winner. The winner participant students will be given certificate at the annual prize distribution function. The activity was enjoyable and helped students learn more about the law while working together.

Vote of Thanks

The event concluded with a heartfelt Vote of Thanks delivered by Ms. Kulaye Anisha a student from 4^th year B.A.LL. B, who expressed gratitude to all the dignitaries, faculty members, library staff, and students for their enthusiastic participation and support in making the celebration successful. She specially thanked the President, General Secretary, CEO, Principal, Vice Principal, Librarian, and the Library Committee and Staff for their guidance and encouragement. Following the vote of thanks, all the participants, faculty, and organizers gathered for a group photo to commemorate the memorable Librarian’s Day celebration.

 

                                                                       

 

 

Mrs. Kalpna Gaikwad                      Mansi Ashar                      Dr. Gordhan Devnani

          Librarian                           Library Committee Member           Principal

 

 

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