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to be a teacher. The list went
on, and I was glad that the
books had made them think of
different avenues.
I smiled back and told the
village head to understand the
importance of the library: “Now
we also have digital media.
We will gradually introduce it
to these children as well. Some
books are also on Kindle, so
that they can access that. Let
us expose them to learning
from digital media but under
supervision.”
Reading is a great habit,
provided we elders read first.
Eventually, I want the parents to
also drop in and read for some
time. That will be a great model
for children too.
Using digital information all
the time will affect their children,
but it can be used as and
when required. I left the village,
satisfied.
I congratulate our
Honourable Prime Minister, Shri
Narendra Modi ji, for choosing
such an important topic, Library
& Creativity, in his 'Mann ki Baat'
series. When he talks, the whole
country listens. His advice will be
a great moment for libraries in
our country.

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