About Library
VRC Digital & Physical Library
The Valmiki Research Centre (VRC) Library is poised to become a premier resource hub for Ramayana literature, aiming to support scholars, students, and spiritual seekers alike. To ensure systematic access and academic utility, a categorization and segmentation process is initiated, organizing the available Ramayana literature in the library by language and type.
A large-scale initiative to source and digitize Ramayana-related texts has already commenced. To enhance access, a state-of-the-art digital library platform been established. VRC is actively coordinating with various government, university, institutional, and religious libraries across India to collect, download, and digitize literary works. Digitalisation of VRC library is in the process by seeking permission to access, reproduce the literature from relevant authorities, across the country and globe.
A comprehensive catalogue of Ramayana-related titles currently available in the VRC Library is accessible for public reference. As part of its ambitious first-year goal, the Centre aims to collect a minimum of 1,00,000 Ramayana-related literary works. To this end, VRC has initiated collaborations with prominent libraries across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Thanjavur, Kolkata, Varanasi, and other libraries located at Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, etc. Notably, Kanchi alone is home to over 280 libraries, and focused outreach efforts are underway to obtain permissions and source valuable materials. In parallel, VRC is compiling an extensive e-book collection of ancient and digitized Ramayana texts to ensure their preservation and global accessibility. Strategic partnerships with external institutions will further support the expansion and scalability of the Digital Library initiative.
General Guidelines
Members must handle all library materials with care and respect. Silence must be maintained in the library premises. Personal belongings (except notebooks) are not allowed inside the library reading area. Mobile phones must be kept on silent mode within the library.
- In case the book is damaged or lost , then the student will be required to pay double the original cost .In the case of rare books , three times the cost will be charged.
- He / She must produce his / her identity card at the incharge and has to enter the name in the register.
- Student should not make any mark or underline anywhere in the book.
- Student is require to use the library only for the purpose of reading / Reference work.
- Strict silence, decorum and discipline must be maintained in the library. Any type of personal discussion inside the library is
strictly prohibited. - If the book is not returned on the due date then a fine of Rs 2/- per day (Including Saturday Sunday & holidays) will be charged for 7 days of delay. If the student fails to return the book even after 7 days , he /she will imposed a further fine of Rs 10/- per day for the next 7 days and after that his /her library membership will be cancelled and double the cost of the book will be recovered from him / her.
- Student found disfiguring the books and tearing pages from the books/ Magazines or who are found in possession of torn pages will penalized by cancellation of their membership of the library and by imposing a fine to cover double the cost of the book/ magazine.
- Whenever there is any increase in demand for a particular book(s), the library In charge of VRC will regulate the use of such books in such manner, as he/she considers proper.
- The book will be reissued only once.
- Use of phone of any kind or playing music inside the Library is prohibited. Mobile phones should be switched off or kept in silent mode in the Library.
- Library users are not allowed to take along them the personal books, printed reading material etc., inside the Library premises / reading hall. Similarly other personal belongings such Bags, Hand bags, Rain coat , briefcase, umbrella, lunch boxes etc., are strictly prohibited inside the Library and these should be deposited at proper counter. They are advised not to leave cell phones, purse, money, credit card and other valuables in the hand bag outside the Library as VRC will not be responsible for their any loss.
- In case of emergency the librarian may recall a book at any time.
- A Non member can use the library material on the premises with the permission the Director.
- Eating, sleeping and talking loudly are strictly prohibited in the library.
- No library material can be taken out of the library without permission of library in-charge.
Any one who violates the rules and regulations of the library, would be liable to lose the privilege of library membership.
LIBRARY COMMITTEE
The Library Committee is constituted for the smooth and effective functioning of the Library.The Library committee for the academic year _____________ is constituted with the following
members:
| Sl No. | Name & Designation | Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PROF. H LAJIPATHI RAI | DIRECTOR |
| 2 | NARAYANAM SRINIVAS | Member |
| 3 | G BHAGYA SAMEERA Assistant Librarian | Member |
LIBRARY POLICY
Eligibility Membership is open to:
- Staff, students and faculty associated with the Valmiki Research Centre (VRC)
- Students enrolled in VRC-affiliated programs
All membership applications must be duly recommended by the Director of the VRC.Library Membership Fee (for general
public): A nominal fee of ₹500/- per annum shall apply for access to both the digital and physical collections of the Library.
- Open Days: Monday to Sunday
- Library Timings: 10a.m. to 6:30p.m.
Issue & Return - Timings:
Morning: 9:30 a.m. to 1p.m.
Lunch break : 1p.m. to 2p.m
Afternoon: 2p.m. to 5:30p.m. - The Library remains closed on select public holidays, as notified in advance.
