FRANCIS Luis Gomes Library in the dark It was expected that this library in Navelim would be a trend setter. Unfortunately it is has not generated the momentum in terms of attraction of readers and motivating spread of information Physically the structure, area ,facilities sections and its environment arec finest approach in library movement.But the effective functioning and management seems to be crying woefully for attention When lights go our the generator has not been functioning over months. Consequently the lifts aircondition do not function Recently an elderly man with knee operation was stranded badly in the lift for close to 20 minutesThe jerk also affected his operated knee .one can imagine the trauma without being able to call for help THE air-conditioning is mean for preservation of material and not a luxury The readers and other users are handicapped due to non functioning of computers and lights frequently due to power breakdowns One must assume that non functioning of vital assecory of Generator is neglected due to negligence or non attendance of regulat maintenance by authorities concerned The infrastructure aitenance is the job of establishment and not that of library staff The library has been dancing between art and culture Education Adult education etc Library is meant to disseminate information and Education Dept is best suited to appreciate the library movement Libraries world over conduct seminars .readers clubs. Release of new books., Children programmes , research on reading and choice of books etc not merely issue books like a postman The generator needs to be put in place immediately without any excuse , specially due to frequent power breaks and put users in comfort of reading
Nelson Lopes Chinchinim