Opinion | Who will save libraries?
Summary
The closure of the Kathmandu Valley Public Library highlights the government's failure to protect public libraries in Nepal, despite their crucial role in providing accessible knowledge to all.
Key Points
- Kathmandu Valley Public Library closed due to unpaid rent of around Rs30 million.
- Libraries remain essential for those without access to books or internet at home.
- Nepal's libraries must modernize to include both traditional and digital resources.
- Communities, municipalities, and private sectors should invest more in sustaining libraries.
