In many villages around us, books & resources remains out of reach, yet the hunger to learn, read, and dream continues to grow. When you order a book today from our Amazon Wishlist amazon.in/hz/wishlist/..., 👇

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If you look at this picture closely, you’ll see more than just a child writing on a board. In our Bansa Library campus, learning flows freely. Today, a young member stood on a chair to reach the board, wrote the Word of the Day, and began explaining it to her friends, contd. 👇

Our librarian Prachi sits with young readers, guiding them as they write book reports, a beautiful exercise where every child reflects on what they’ve read, understood, and felt after finishing a book. It’s not just about reading, but about learning to think, express their own voice through stories.

This is what a Sunday looks like at a rural community library in village Bansa of Uttar Pradesh.

At Bansa Library, books brought us together, but it’s the small joys that keep us close. Our Amul protein lassi party was full of chatter, laughter, and togetherness. For us, the library isn’t just a place to read, it’s a place where everyone belongs. #LassiParty #FreeLibrary

Everyday magic at Bansa Library. Children lining up, eyes full of excitement, waiting for their turn at the Toy Library. For them, Bansa library is not just shelves of books, it’s a place of joy, play, friendship, and dreams. #FreeLibrary

On International Literacy Day, our story found its way to the pages of Times of India. From a handful of books to a movement of readers and dreamers, we’ve grown with our community. This is not just about us, it’s about every child, every reader, and every dream in Bansa and beyond.

Sharing some snippets from Teacher's Day Celebration at Bansa Library, this event was conceptualised and executed by our Student Leadership Council.

We, the librarians of Bansa Library, feel truly honoured to be featured in the 100th Anniversary Special Edition of Canada’s Cranbrook Townsman Library. Read the full story here- www.cranbrooktownsman.com/home/booknot...

Sunday Book Discussion Happening in the outer compound of the Library. #FreeLibrary #ReadingForPleasure -------------- Our members have shared their wishes, they have asked for books and stationery that will help them learn, explore, and dream bigger.

A library is never just about books. For many children, it’s the joy of play that first brings them through our doors. The colorful games, the fun activities, the shared laughter, these become their entry point. #FreeLibrary

Today, one of our youngest members picked up a book and read aloud to everyone, simply because she had seen the older members do it before. This is what makes community libraries magical: they are living spaces where children observe, absorb, and pass on inspiration to each other.

At Bansa Library, we believe in preparing our members for the future of learning! We recently hosted an AI Workshop on Perplexity helping our members explore how Artificial Intelligence can become their study companion, research assistant, and knowledge partner.

We’re back with our July Monthly Report! July in Bansa arrived with warm rain, fresh beginnings, and countless stories shared. Over the month, we issued 250 books, welcomed more than 400 visitors, added 23 new members (11 young readers and 12 adults), and grew our collection with 10 new books.

At Bansa Library, book clubs aren’t just about reading, they’re about thinking, questioning, and growing together. From teens to little ones, our members are leading vibrant discussions, diving into books that reflect their worlds, and building a community of readers who listen, share, and inspire.

Every week at Bansa Library, our youngest student leaders take charge of something truly special setting the tone and spirit of the space through a weekly theme. And this week, they chose the most beautiful one of all: Friendship

The reading room at Bansa Library is alive with quiet focus and curiosity. Each member is in their own element, one is deep into a novel, another is making notes from a reference book, someone else is exploring educational content on a digital device, and another is simply browsing the shelves.

As part of our ongoing Community Outreach Efforts, we conduct weekly community walks to engage with people of all ages. Visits are an opportunity for us to build relationships, listen to local needs, introduce everyone from young children to elders to the world of possibilities that library offers.

Even though our summer camp is over, the library is still buzzing with quiet energy. Every afternoon, this group of girls comes in after school, pulls out notebooks, with just one big screen in the library, their enthusiasm to continue online workshops, 1/3 #MoreThanALibrary

There’s something unmistakably special in the air when a new book bag arrives. This time, thanks to the generosity of Kahani Tree and LOI, both our shelves and our hearts feel fuller. The moment the bag reached the library, our members gathered around, eager, curious, and filled with anticipation.

Live Scenes from the Library In this quiet corner of our library, something powerful is happening. Our librarian, Prachi, is sitting with a small group of young readers, gently guiding them through the process of writing their book reports. 1/3

Today, something beautiful happened at our library. Our young members, entirely on their own, decided to honour the spirit of Doctor’s Day with a heartfelt and playful skit complete with patient check-ups, prescriptions, and hand-made cards.

At library, something beautiful is happening. Young members, especially aged 8 and above are falling in love with science. They’re full of questions, ideas, & dreams. On their request, we organised a fun little Science Experiment Workshop. For many, it was their first time seeing science come alive.

With the weather finally giving us a break from the usual heat, the library courtyard filled up with young voices and laughter. Our members gathered for a read-aloud session one member reading while the others listened closely, completely drawn into the story.

Call for Support | Help us take 300 of our members to Science City, For many, it’s their first time stepping out of village, into a world of stars, and science wonders. Support their journey of curiosity and discovery! Contribute: rzp.io/rzp/FromBans... or UPI- supportbansalibrary@axl

Happy National Reading Day from all of us at Bansa. Today, we celebrate our readers, those who found their voice in the pages of a book, who saw themselves reflected in stories for the first time, and who learned that knowledge, courage, and understanding can shape the road ahead.

On this #InternationalDayOfPlay, we celebrate the joy, imagination, and learning that play brings into a child’s life. Our Toy Library & dedicated Play Curriculum ensure that children not only read, but also explore, build, create, and grow. Because play is not a break from learning, it is learning.

Summer Camp Workshops Update We had our English Writing Workshop series with an exciting first session led by Patrichia. The focus was on introducing the basics of writing in English, and our members responded with great enthusiasm and curiosity.

Monthly Movie Screening Update We recently screened the short film "Juice" with 13 to 16-year-old girls. Juice is a film heavy with truth and layered with beauty, it tells the story of everyday patriarchy playing out in middle-class Indian households.

We kicked off our Summer Camp with the coolest start: an Ice-Cream Party! Laughter, excitement, and melting sticks set the tone for the joyful days ahead. This summer, we’ve lined up a variety of fun, creative workshops and engaging classes for our members. #SummerCampAtBCL

We are thrilled to collaborate with Patrichia D’Cruze for a series of writing workshops at Bansa Community Library from 4th June to 25th June. We can’t wait for our members to learn, write, and grow under her guidance. Let the words flow and the stories unfold. #SummerCampAtBCL

We kicked off our library’s Summer Camp on 25th May with the sweetest beginning, an ice cream party! From storytelling and theatre to science fun and creative workshops, the days ahead are packed with joy, learning, and laughter. #SummerCampAtBCL

We are delighted to be featured in Madhurita Goswami’s article in The Print, highlighting how grassroots libraries like ours are transforming lives across India. Read the full story here: theprint.in/india/educat...

Until recently, our young aspirants had to leave Bansa and their families behind, migrating to cities just for basic exam resources. Now, Bansa Library provides computers, guidance, study materials, and a serene environment, all within their village. #SupportFreeLibrary

Monthly Update Report from the ground!! Dear Friends of the Library, April at Bansa Community Library was a month of reflection, learning, and deep community engagement as we observed Dalit History Month. Read more in next post. 1/2

It's always a highlight at Bansa Library to see our young members organizing their own read-aloud sessions. In Bansa village, which previously had no libraries and no established reading culture, these daily scenes of literary engagement are truly transformative. 1/2

Every book and stationery item on our Amazon Wishlist has been personally requested by members, many of them first-generation learners. By ordering even one item, you’re helping spark curiosity, support education, www.amazon.in/hz/wishlist/... pages.razorpay.com/pl_QBPrCvAr4... #SupportFreeLibrary

Why should we let geography become a barrier to knowledge in this digital age? With our growing virtual infrastructure, any member of our library, can now request a class, workshop, or mentorship session. We’ll make it happen!

Who says a library is only a quiet space meant for reading? While it certainly offers that, it’s so much more than just silence and shelves of books. For our little ones, the library is also a space filled with toys, games, and sports: a vibrant place where they learn through play.

Dear Friends of the Library, We are back with our monthly report for March. Throughout this busy and fulfilling month of March, we were thrilled to welcome approximately 380 visitors and issue 280 books to our community. Our collection continues to grow, with 11 new books added, and ..1/2

At Bansa Library, we dream of a world where every reader from a curious child to a lifelong learner can find perfect book waiting for them. With over 2,100 members and just 5,000 books, our shelves are struggling to keep up with growing love for reading. Support our Free Library rzp.io/rzp/lctrEUfg

At Bansa Library, every day is a celebration of books, but today, on World Book Day, we pause to honor the power they hold. In our small corner of the world, books are passports to new places, quiet companions, and sparks that ignite curiosity.

At our library, we recently screened Article 15, a powerful film that sparked one of the most intense and thought-provoking discussions we've had in a long time. The film exposed the deep-rooted caste-based discrimination that still thrives in our society, often invisibly, often violently.

At Bansa Community Library, we celebrated Ambedkar Jayanti with great enthusiasm and reverence. Community members came together to honor Babasaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s legacy through readings, discussions, and reflection on his contributions to social justice and equality.

We have some amazing news to share, Chandan’s Class 10th results are out, and he has passed with First Division in the Bihar Board Examination! This is more than just a mark sheet, it's a testament to Chandan’s resilience, determination, and the power of support.

Reposting from @GaonConnection's wonderful coverage of our work. You can read their report here- www.gaonconnection.com/english/utta... #FreeLibrary #ReadingForAll

An afternoon of stories under the open sky! With summer on the way, our read-aloud sessions are now moving under the trees, where the shade keeps reading cool and comfortable. As our members gather in the outer compound, stories come alive, inspiring young minds and fostering a love for books.

We Need Your Support Donate: rzp.io/rzp/lctrEUfg At Bansa Library, we believe in the power of books to transform lives. But as our membership grows, so does our need for more books. Right now, with over 2,100 members, our collection of 5,000 books falls far short of the ideal 1:10 book-to-member

The Reading Room of is filled with quiet determination, the soft sound of pages turning, pens moving, and occasional whispers of support. As exams get closer, this space becomes a place of hard work and focus. Each person, deep in their books, feels comfort knowing others are on the same journey.