The 28th National Convention on Knowledge, Library and Information Networking (NACLIN 2025) is being organised by DELNET in association with Yashaswi Education Society’s International Institute of Management Science (IIMS), Pune and All India Shri Shivaji Memorial Society’s College of Engineering (AISSMS COE), Pune from December 3-5, 2025 at Hotel Lemon Tree Premier, City Center, Connaught Road, Pune and will discuss a large number of issues under the theme “Forging New Frontiers for Libraries: Fostering Exploration, Innovation, Evolution and Transformation”. The National Convention is scheduled for three days. After the inauguration on December 3, 2025, tutorial and a workshop will be conducted on the following topics:
1. Tutorial on AI Tools & Technologies for Libraries
2. Awareness Workshop on Cyber Security & Cyber Hygiene
The next two days will focus on various sub-themes of the National Convention under the main theme “Forging New Frontiers for Libraries: Fostering Exploration, Innovation, Evolution and Transformation”
The Conference theme is sub-divided into following sub-themes
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I. New Technological Frontiers
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Libraries
- Big Data, Data Mining, Data Analytics
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Extended Reality (XR) – AR/VR/MR Technologies
- Drones/Robotics
- Repositioning libraries as Hubs of Technology Enhanced Library Space
- Cyber Security for Securing Digital Assets
- Digital Disaster Management (DDM)
- Digital Inclusion and Accessibility – Assistive Technologies
- Discovery tools and technologies
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II. Emerging Library Services
- Innovative Library Services
- Virtual Reference Services
- Personalised and Data-Driven Services
- Extended Access Models
- User Experience (UX) Design
- User Engagement Strategies
- Research Support Services
- Inclusive Library Services
- Reinventing Library Spaces
- Best Practices in Library Services
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III. Building Knowledge Resources and Knowledge Repositories
- Digital Access and Equity
- Digital Preservation, Archiving & Longevity
- Traditional Knowledge
- Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)
- Content Creation and Curation in Indian Languages
- Knowledge Repositories
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IV. Open Mantra for Libraries
- Emerging Open Access (OA) Trends
- Adoption of Open Source Software (OSS)
- Open Publishing Models
- Open Collaborations
- Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility
- Digital Divide and Technological Challenges
- Information Overload and Curation
- MOOCs and OERs
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V. Transforming Libraries into Hubs of Research & Innovation
- Role of Libraries and Librarians in Promoting Research & Innovation
- Libraries as Digital Knowledge Hubs
- New Roles for Research Support Librarian
- Research Support Services
- Libraries Supporting Open Research
- Research Data Management (RDM) in Libraries
- Research Ethics and Academic Integrity
- Best Practices in Libraries for Supporting Research & Innovation
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VI. Public Libraries
- Transforming Public Libraries for Viksit Bharat 2047
- Reimagining Public Libraries
- Citizens Centric Services
- Rural Libraries as Community Engagement and Empowerment Centres
- Inclusive Library Services for Divyangjan
- Public Library Advocacy
- Reading Habits vs Tech Habits: Issues and Challenges
- Emerging Technologies& Trends in Public Libraries
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VII. Empowering Library Workforce: Upskilling and Reskilling
- Skillsets for Future Ready Librarians
- Evolving Roles of LIS Professionals
- Digital Literacy
- Re-Engineering LIS Education
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of LIS Professionals
- Impact of Online Programmes/Webinars/Online Courses for Competency Building of LIS Professionals
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