Jatin Lalit
@jatinlalits.bsky.social
Lawyer, Free Library Activist, Founder of @bansalibrary.bsky.social | Read about #RuralLibraryMovement here https://linktr.ee/CommunityLibrary | #JaiBhim
Feeling incredibly proud today. Our Librarians at Bansa Library have been featured in 100th Anniversary Edition of Canada’s Cranbrook Townsman Library. It’s heartening to see our work in Bansa finding resonance globally. Moments like these reaffirm why we do what we do.
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...
Read the full story here- www.cranbrooktownsman.com/home/booknot...
BookNotes: The Librarians of Bansa
On the Cranbrook Public Library's 100th anniversary, a shout out from northern India
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September 3, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Feeling incredibly proud today. Our Librarians at Bansa Library have been featured in 100th Anniversary Edition of Canada’s Cranbrook Townsman Library. It’s heartening to see our work in Bansa finding resonance globally. Moments like these reaffirm why we do what we do.
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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
#FreeLibrary
August 27, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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
#FreeLibrary
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Sunday Book Discussion Happening in the outer compound of the Library.
#FreeLibrary #ReadingForPleasure
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Our members have shared their wishes, they have asked for books and stationery that will help them learn, explore, and dream bigger.
#FreeLibrary #ReadingForPleasure
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Our members have shared their wishes, they have asked for books and stationery that will help them learn, explore, and dream bigger.
August 31, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Sunday Book Discussion Happening in the outer compound of the Library.
#FreeLibrary #ReadingForPleasure
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Our members have shared their wishes, they have asked for books and stationery that will help them learn, explore, and dream bigger.
#FreeLibrary #ReadingForPleasure
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Our members have shared their wishes, they have asked for books and stationery that will help them learn, explore, and dream bigger.
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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...
Read the full story here- www.cranbrooktownsman.com/home/booknot...
BookNotes: The Librarians of Bansa
On the Cranbrook Public Library's 100th anniversary, a shout out from northern India
www.cranbrooktownsman.com
September 3, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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...
Read the full story here- www.cranbrooktownsman.com/home/booknot...
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Now, they’re dreaming even bigger. They want to visit Science City in Lucknow. For most of them, it will be their first time leaving the village. We want to take 300 of our young library members on this trip.
Contribute to their journey here- rzp.io/rzp/FromBans...
UPI: supportbansalibrary@axl
Contribute to their journey here- rzp.io/rzp/FromBans...
UPI: supportbansalibrary@axl
Pay for Help Us Take Our Members to Science City by BANSA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
Our Story and Vision. . Bansa Community Library was founded in 2020 with a simple belief: everyone deserves access to books. In a region where such opportunities are rare, we’ve built Hardoi district’...
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June 27, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Now, they’re dreaming even bigger. They want to visit Science City in Lucknow. For most of them, it will be their first time leaving the village. We want to take 300 of our young library members on this trip.
Contribute to their journey here- rzp.io/rzp/FromBans...
UPI: supportbansalibrary@axl
Contribute to their journey here- rzp.io/rzp/FromBans...
UPI: supportbansalibrary@axl
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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.
June 27, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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.
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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.
June 23, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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.
We are planning something very cool & adventurous for 300 young members of Bansa. One day trip to Science City Lucknow, read more here- rzp.io/rzp/FromBans... & contribute if you can!!
June 21, 2025 at 2:06 PM
We are planning something very cool & adventurous for 300 young members of Bansa. One day trip to Science City Lucknow, read more here- rzp.io/rzp/FromBans... & contribute if you can!!
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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.
June 11, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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.
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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
#SummerCampAtBCL
May 28, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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
#SummerCampAtBCL
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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
#SummerCampAtBCL
June 1, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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
#SummerCampAtBCL
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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 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.
June 5, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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 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.
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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.
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.
June 8, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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.
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.
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In this video we asked our members what they love most about their Free Community Library. From reading newspapers to studying for hours, or even just enjoying the toys, reading comics, everyone agrees—it's like a second home at Bansa Community Library! Watch here- youtu.be/snujFPA8vA8?...
What do Bansa Community Library Members like the most about their Library?
YouTube video by Bansa Community Library
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November 13, 2024 at 12:29 PM
In this video we asked our members what they love most about their Free Community Library. From reading newspapers to studying for hours, or even just enjoying the toys, reading comics, everyone agrees—it's like a second home at Bansa Community Library! Watch here- youtu.be/snujFPA8vA8?...
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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
May 7, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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
We built this library to be a window to the world, so that anyone in Bansa & neighbouring villages with curiosity could reach beyond. Today, with virtual sessions/workshops & more, that window is opening wider. The work is still in progress as this is just the beginning.
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!
May 3, 2025 at 1:02 PM
We built this library to be a window to the world, so that anyone in Bansa & neighbouring villages with curiosity could reach beyond. Today, with virtual sessions/workshops & more, that window is opening wider. The work is still in progress as this is just the beginning.
Grateful for the opportunity to moderate a powerful panel discussion on the Right to Read at the 3rd Edition of the Indian Library Congress in Delhi, alongside inspiring members of the Free Library Network.
Watch here: youtu.be/2Cngs7LkCiw?...
#RightToRead
Watch here: youtu.be/2Cngs7LkCiw?...
#RightToRead
April 9, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Grateful for the opportunity to moderate a powerful panel discussion on the Right to Read at the 3rd Edition of the Indian Library Congress in Delhi, alongside inspiring members of the Free Library Network.
Watch here: youtu.be/2Cngs7LkCiw?...
#RightToRead
Watch here: youtu.be/2Cngs7LkCiw?...
#RightToRead
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Libraries are more than just buildings filled with books, they are vibrant spaces where stories come to life and minds take flight. This read-aloud session has our young readers fully immersed, proving that a library’s heart beats in the laughter, curiosity, and engagement of its community.
March 11, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Libraries are more than just buildings filled with books, they are vibrant spaces where stories come to life and minds take flight. This read-aloud session has our young readers fully immersed, proving that a library’s heart beats in the laughter, curiosity, and engagement of its community.
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To keep empowering children, students, and readers, we need your help! We've curated an Amazon Wishlist filled with essential books and stationery that our members need the most. Click here to order: amazon.in/hz/wishlist/... & help us ensure that no member is turned away due to a lack of resources.
March 6, 2025 at 2:28 PM
To keep empowering children, students, and readers, we need your help! We've curated an Amazon Wishlist filled with essential books and stationery that our members need the most. Click here to order: amazon.in/hz/wishlist/... & help us ensure that no member is turned away due to a lack of resources.
Squeezing in one last Sundar Nursery picnic before Delhi turns into a toaster!
February 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Squeezing in one last Sundar Nursery picnic before Delhi turns into a toaster!
Joy of holding a cup of Coffee!!
February 26, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Joy of holding a cup of Coffee!!
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Our grassroots library saathis took center stage and spoke evocatively of their libraries being owned by the people who struggle against oppression everyday. Rituparna, Banu, Saba, Sumit and @jatinlalits.bsky.social spoke in one voice about the state’s responsibility to fund and the movement’s….
December 8, 2024 at 3:13 AM
Our grassroots library saathis took center stage and spoke evocatively of their libraries being owned by the people who struggle against oppression everyday. Rituparna, Banu, Saba, Sumit and @jatinlalits.bsky.social spoke in one voice about the state’s responsibility to fund and the movement’s….
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We have been actively working to enhance women's readership and are thrilled to see a growing number of women accessing the library, even from neighboring villages. It’s incredibly inspiring to witness this shift—where women not only find a space to read, learn, and 1/4
February 21, 2025 at 12:36 PM
We have been actively working to enhance women's readership and are thrilled to see a growing number of women accessing the library, even from neighboring villages. It’s incredibly inspiring to witness this shift—where women not only find a space to read, learn, and 1/4
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Nothing beats the joy of gathering around for a read-aloud session! With curious minds and eager ears, these young readers dived into a new story, discussing characters, sharing thoughts, and letting their imaginations soar.
February 26, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Nothing beats the joy of gathering around for a read-aloud session! With curious minds and eager ears, these young readers dived into a new story, discussing characters, sharing thoughts, and letting their imaginations soar.
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Today, on Constitution Day, We celebrated the spirit of unity & learning. We all came together to pledge the commitment to values enshrined in our Constitution. We created a book display on 'Hamare Adhikar', reminding everyone of their rights and the shared fight for justice and equality.
November 26, 2024 at 1:32 PM
Today, on Constitution Day, We celebrated the spirit of unity & learning. We all came together to pledge the commitment to values enshrined in our Constitution. We created a book display on 'Hamare Adhikar', reminding everyone of their rights and the shared fight for justice and equality.