Delhi Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena, along with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, on Thursday inaugurated the second ‘Aarambh’ Library, developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), in Malviya Nagar.
According to the L-G’s office, the library is designed to support students and aspirants in the national capital. It is equipped with modern amenities, including Wi-Fi, air conditioning, power outlets at every seat, personal lockers, a cafeteria, and an inviting outdoor seating area.
The initiative comes a year after tragic incident in Rajender Nagar, where three UPSC aspirants lost their lives due to flooding in an underground library during heavy rainfall.
The July 2023 incident prompted authorities to rethink the safety and infrastructure of student study spaces in Delhi. As a result, the government decided to repurpose underutilised DDA community centres into well-equipped libraries. The first ‘Aarambh’ Library was inaugurated in Rajendra Nagar in January 2025.
Speaking at the inauguration, LG Saxena said, “You must have seen that a very tragic incident occurred in Rajendra Nagar where three children lost their lives. They were studying in a basement. After that, it was decided that we would convert DDA’s underutilised community centres into libraries. The first ‘Aarambh’ library was inaugurated in Rajendra Nagar, and today, many children are studying there and are very satisfied.”
On the newly inaugurated facility, he added, “We are inaugurating the second Aarambh library, and soon two more libraries will be launched. The aim is to provide a nice atmosphere for the students coming from different parts of the nation to study in the city. Delhi is the Capital of the nation, and hence we do not want the students to get exploited by giving too much fees for libraries.”
Highlighting student-friendly features, Saxena noted, “Several students have already been enrolled here and many will do the same in the coming days. There is also a canteen here, where students can get tea, snacks and food. I do believe that with this, the students get a fresh atmosphere and better facilities for studies.”
Saxena further announced plans to open six such libraries across the city, with two already operational and the remaining four in the pipeline.
Praising the developmental efforts, he commended Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, saying, “A wave of development is sweeping through Delhi under the current BJP government.”
CM Rekha Gupta, addressing reporters at the event, expressed pride in the project and called it a significant milestone for the Capital.
“This is a remarkable beginning. I believe a new chapter has been added to Delhi’s history. Every day, new policies, new initiatives, and a better vision are being delivered to the people of Delhi. Our Lieutenant Governor is doing commendable work,” she said.
She also congratulated all those involved in making the project a success.
“Through the DDA, Delhi is receiving beautiful gifts regularly. I congratulate everyone on the inauguration of this library,” she added.
According to the L-G’s office, the Aarambh Libraries are part of a broader vision to provide safe, accessible, and high-quality study spaces for students, fostering an environment that supports educational excellence and career growth.
