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Indian Express
4 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
‘Affordable, 24X7' library for UPSC students inaugurated by L-G in Dwarka. Here are the details
A year after three civil services aspirants died in a flooded basement at a coaching centre in Rajinder Nagar, Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Monday inaugurated the city's third library for UPSC aspirants under the 'Aarambh' initiative in Dwarka's Sector 16-B. 'If you remember that last year on July 27… a tragic incident happened at Rajinder Nagar where three students lost their lives. These students were studying in the library when the basement was flooded and they lost their lives. In my opinion, nothing can be more tragic than this. I went there immediately and assured the students who were on strike that it would be my endeavour to provide the best facilities to the students. I am happy that within a year, we were inaugurating the third library for them,' the L-G remarked at the inauguration. The 'Aarambh' initiative was launched by the L-G in response to the July 2024 incident in Rajinder Nagar, aiming to provide students safe, affordable and modern reading spaces. The three UPSC aspirants had died in the library at Rau's IAS Study Circle in the basement when the incident happened. Meanwhile, the library inaugurated on Monday has been set up by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) in a repurposed community hall and will operate round-the-clock. It has an overall seating capacity of around 200 students, accommodating 66 students in each of the three eight-hour slots. It is envisioned as an inclusive and contemporary study space for students, researchers, and lifelong learners. Enrollments are now open to the public, with three 8-hour shifts available daily at a nominal charge of ₹1,000 per shift per month, ensuring affordability along with quality, said officials. According to officials, the capacity of the Rajinder Nagar library has already been doubled to meet rising demand. The DDA said it will continue converting underused community halls into reading spaces as part of this initiative. This is the third such library to be opened under the initiative. The first was inaugurated in Old Rajinder Nagar in January, followed by one at Adhchini Village earlier this month. Two more are planned in Vikaspuri and Rohini, the DDA said. The Dwarka library includes modular study tables, high-speed Wi-Fi, CCTV surveillance, lockers, and separate washrooms, including one accessible toilet. It also houses a cafeteria, outdoor seating, an open-air gym, and a running track. 'Today's inauguration reaffirms our unwavering commitment to Delhi's students, providing them with excellent, safe, and affordable facilities to shape their future. This initiative is aimed at building an inclusive study environment and the best possible infrastructure in the National Capital,' the L-G asserted.
NDTV
4 days ago
- General
- NDTV
24x7 Safe Study Space Inaugurated In Dwarka A Year After Rajinder Nagar Tragedy
New Library In Dwarka: A year after three UPSC aspirants lost their lives in a flooded basement library in Rajinder Nagar, Delhi's Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena on Monday inaugurated a new 24x7 reading space in Dwarka's Sector 16-B, the third facility under the 'Aarambh' initiative launched in the wake of the tragedy. The library, built inside a repurposed DDA community hall, can seat around 200 students per day, divided into three 8-hour shifts. It will remain open round-the-clock, with each shift costing Rs. 1,000 per month, a fraction of what private libraries typically charge in Delhi's coaching hubs. Standing at the venue, Saxena revisited the events of July 27, 2024, when three young civil services aspirants died after rainwater filled a basement study room in Rajinder Nagar, sparking outrage and protest. "If you remember that last year on July 27, a tragic incident happened at Rajender Nagar where three students lost their lives," the Lt. Governor said. "These students were studying in the library when the basement was flooded and they lost their lives. In my opinion, nothing can be more tragic than this. I went there immediately and assured the students who were on strike that it would be my endeavour to provide best facilities to the students. I am happy that within a year, we were inaugurating third library for them." Born Out of Protest The Rajinder Nagar incident had exposed gaping holes in how private libraries and reading rooms were functioning in Delhi's education hotspots, often crammed into unsafe basements, lacking proper ventilation or emergency exits. After the incident, the LG's office and DDA launched the Aarambh initiative to provide safer alternatives. The first library opened in Old Rajinder Nagar in January, followed by another in Adchini earlier this month. Dwarka's location was selected for its rising student population and the lack of affordable reading infrastructure in the area. What's Inside The newly opened library is equipped with rows of modular study desks, each with its own charging socket, under soft LED lights. Students can access high-speed Wi-Fi, secure lockers, and monitored common areas under CCTV surveillance. Unlike many commercial setups, this facility includes outdoor amenities: a shaded seating zone, a small cafe, a walking track, and an open-air gym. The library also houses separate washrooms and an accessible toilet, features students had demanded last year after raising concerns about hygiene and safety in private reading spaces. More Libraries in the Pipeline Officials confirmed that two more Aarambh libraries are being planned, one in Vikaspuri and another in Rohini. The first facility in Old Rajinder Nagar has already expanded to accommodate double the number of students it began with. The idea, they said, is to gradually convert underused community buildings into reliable, low-cost study hubs, a much-needed alternative in a city where commercial reading rooms can cost Rs. 4,000- Rs.6,000 a month and are often unregulated. With student registrations underway, the Dwarka library is expected to open to readers within the week. For aspirants juggling long hours in coaching hubs and cramped rooms, it offers a rare combination of safety, structure, and affordability. One year after the Rajinder Nagar tragedy laid bare the risks students face in unregulated study spaces, the Aarambh initiative signals a shift in how public infrastructure can respond to grassroots pressure. More libraries are planned, but will the momentum last, and will it reach the students who need it most?
News18
4 days ago
- Politics
- News18
DDAs third ‘Aarambh' Library opens in Dwarka
Agency: PTI New Delhi, Jul 28 (PTI) To provide a safe environment for students to study, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) opened its third 'Aarambh Library' at Dwarka Sector 16-B on Monday, according to an official statement. This marks the third library in the Aarambh series, launched as a part of a transformative initiative following the tragic July 2024 incident in Rajinder Nagar, where three civil service aspirants lost their lives in flooded basement reading rooms. 'These students were studying in the library when the basement was flooded and they lost their lives. Nothing can be more tragic than this. I went there immediately and assured the students who were on strike that it would be my endeavor to provide the best facilities to the students," LG VK Saxena said during the inauguration of the library. I am happy that within a year, we are inaugurating the third library for them, he added. According to the DDA, the Aarambh initiative aims to provide students with safe, affordable, and modern study spaces across the national capital. 'The newly opened Aarambh library in Dwarka is housed in a repurposed community hall and features state-of-the-art facilities," the DDA said in the statement. The library offers a seating capacity for around 200 students, divided into three 8-hour daily shifts with a nominal charge of Rs 1,000 per per month, it added. The library operates round-the-clock, ensuring accessibility for students, researchers, and lifelong learners. Saxena emphasized the government's commitment to providing students with 'excellent, safe, and affordable facilities" to support their future. 'The Aarambh initiative is part of efforts to create inclusive and quality educational infrastructure in Delhi. I am of the firm view that creating adequate infrastructure can best prevent tragedies and loss of human lives," Saxena added. Since the launch of the first Aarambh Library at Old Rajinder Nagar in January 2025, which has already doubled its capacity, and the second at Adhchini Village in July 2025, the DDA plans to expand the network further with upcoming branches in Vikaspuri and Rohini. PTI SSM SSM NB NB view comments First Published: July 28, 2025, 20:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Delhi L-G inaugurates third ‘Aarambh Library' in Dwarka
To foster a holistic reading culture among the students of Dwarka sub-city, Delhi Lieutenant Governor V. K. Saxena on Monday inaugurated an 'Aarambh Library' in Dwarka, to provide a good environment at a cost of Rs 1,000 a month. The library with seating capacity for 65 students was thrown open on the first anniversary of the tragic incident in July 2024, where three students preparing for civil services lost their lives in flooded basement reading rooms in Rajinder Nagar. Talking to media persons, Saxena said: 'Soon after the incident I had resolved to give affordable and good facilities to the students so that they make careers in the Capital and not lose their lives in the process. This initiative is a step in that direction.' The Sector 16-B based Dwarka library-cum-reading room is the third Aarambh Library to be opened since January. The Aarambh network is poised for further expansion with upcoming libraries planned in Vikaspuri and Rohini. 'The two libraries will be inaugurated in the next 20 days,' Saxena said, adding that even Prime Minister Narendra Modi was hurt by the unfortunate incident in Old Rajender Nagar last July. 'Even PM Modi had insisted after the incident that we should make available good reading room facilities across the city,' he said, adding that a total of 10 libraries are targeted to be set up under the initiative. Saxena said under the project the Delhi Development Authority is converting the less used community centres into libraries. The Dwarka library marks the third state-of-the-art library-cum-reading room under the 'Aarambh' series, following the successful inauguration of the first library at Old Rajinder Nagar on January 5, 2025, and recently inaugurated second library at Adhchini Village on July 10, 2025. Open to all 24x7, the library is equipped with modern facilities and can accommodate around 200 students across three 8-hour shifts, at a nominal monthly fee of Rs 1,000 per shift. It also provides student-friendly environment with seamless Wi-Fi, secure lockers, CCTV surveillance, cafeteria, outdoor seating, open gymnasium, and running track.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
‘Aarambh': CTSC installation ceremony and IEEE branch launch at YCCE
1 2 3 4 Nagpur: Department of computer technology at Yeshwantrao Chavan College of Engineering (YCCE) conducted 'Aarambh', the installation and oath-taking ceremony of the Computer Technology Students' Council (CTSC), in collaboration with the ACM Student Chapter. The event also marked the official launch of the IEEE computer society student branch, a significant step toward enhancing the department's professional and academic outreach. The ceremony was graced by Dr Prabhat Kumar Sharma of VNIT, Dr Kavita Singh (HoD, CT), Prof Shweta Gode, and Prof Kalyani Karule. Appointment letters and badges were presented to the newly selected council members, followed by the oath-taking ceremony for both the core and semi-core teams. In his keynote address, Dr Sharma motivated students to lead with clarity, discipline, and innovation, encouraging them to embrace responsibility and pursue excellence. A key highlight of the event was the teaser release of CompuFest 2k25, the department's highly anticipated annual technical festival, which generated enthusiasm among the audience. Principal Dr UP Waghe guided in making the event a success.
