10 libraries to be transformed into co-working, learning spaces
The New Indian Express|November 06, 2024
IN a move to expand access to education and professional resources, the state government has announced plans to transform 10 public libraries into modern co-working and learning spaces under the Vada Chennai Valarchi Thittam scheme.

The initiative was announced by HR&CE Minister PK Sekarbabu on Tuesday.

The state's first such space was opened in Kolathur by Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday.

The state government has allocated ₹50 crore for the project under the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA), which includes ₹20 crore for upgrading proposed libraries and ₹30 crore for creating co-working and learning spaces.

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