Once infamous for phishing rackets, Jamtara has turned over the leaf to building libraries across all blocks of the district.
In a first, libraries have been established in all 118 panchayats of Jamtara district after renovating dilapidated panchayat or school buildings lying unused for several years.
Jamtara Deputy Commissioner, Faiz Aq Ahmed Mumtaz, had launched a drive to build and promote libraries with well-stocked boos in rural areas He had finally achieved his goal, and the locals are rejoiced
The first community library was set up at Chengaidih panchayat on November 13, last year.
These libraries are proving to be a boon for girls in villages who cannot travel much to study, and other students who are preparing for higher studies and competitive examinations.
Books, chairs, tables and other amenities have been provided through crowd-funding under the Corporate Social Responsibility funds.?
Villagers manage the day-to-day functions of these libraries.