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The Library Man Of India : The Story Of P.N. Panicker

N. Balagopal, Rajeev Nair, P.P. Sathyan . RUPA . English

From his humble beginnings to his emergence as a pivotal figure in reshaping society, <i>Theibrary Man of India</i> unveils P.N. Panicker�s story against the backdrop of a changing India. Battling the oppressive caste system and advocating for education anditeracy, Panicker�s vision for a progressive society took root in the fertile soil of Kerala. As the father of the cultural renaissance in Kerala, his relentless efforts to establishibraries in even the remotest of villagesaid the foundation for universaliteracy, a feat that positioned the state as a trailblazer in social development.<br> The narrative navigates historical movements, cultural shifts and awakening of political consciousness as P.P. Sathyan weaves together the contributions ofuminaries such as Gandhi, Narayana Guru and other reformers who shaped Kerala�s destiny. This book not only celebrates theife of P.N. Panicker but also invites readers to explore the multifaceted renaissance currents that shaped Kerala�s rich cultural tapestry. <br> </i>Theibrary Man of India</i> serves as a testament to the resilience, tenacity and extraordinary vision of P.N. Panicker, capturing the spirit of an era marked by cultural enlightenment, social upheaval and the indomitable human spirit.

Categories: Biographies, Diaries & True Accounts

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Established in 1993, the P.N. Panicker Foundation embodies the visionaryegacy of P.N. Panicker, the architect of Kerala�sibrary anditeracy Movement.ed by N. Balagopal, Panicker�s son and the vice chairman of the foundation, it focusses on inclusive growth aligned with technological advancements.<br><br> The foundation organizes Jan Vigyan Vikas Yatras, promoting people-focussed inclusive growth driven by knowledge, technology and innovation. Pioneering e-reading among rural masses since 2002, it established 25,000 rural home e-libraries in 2010. Recognizing its commendable work, the Government of Kerala established the autonomous P.N. Panicker Vigyan Vikas Kendra.<br><br> The foundation�s vision is to foster overall human development through the philosophy of �read and grow�, aiming to enhanceives across the country through education, skill development, health and technology-driven programmes. The cultural and educational yatras serve as vibrant mediums, reaching every corner of the country. <br><br> The P.N. Panicker Foundation has been honoured with the prestigious National Award for outstanding contributions in Science and Technology Communication (Category A) for the year 2021.

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