Maraimalai Adigal Library
A government research library within the Connemara campus, named after Tamil scholar and social reformer Maraimalai Adigal.
Connemara Public Library Campus, Pantheon Road, Egmore, 600008
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A government research library within the Connemara campus, named after Tamil scholar and social reformer Maraimalai Adigal.
Connemara Public Library Campus, Pantheon Road, Egmore, 600008
Cultural institute with gallery, library, courses, and interdisciplinary programmes in art, cinema, theatre, dance, and literature.
CSMVS, 159–161, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai, 400023
Creates libraries and spaces for expression for young people in institutions.
Childcare Institutions, Godrej Hillside Colony, Vikhroli West, Mumbai, 400079
A modern public library inaugurated in 2023, one of the largest in South India, named after former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi.
Natham Road, Race Course Colony, 625002
Public library and cultural programming venue operated by the British Council.
Mittal Tower, Nariman Point, Mumbai, 400005
Cultural institute with library, language programmes, and public cultural cooperation activities.
3, Kasturba Gandhi Marg, Vakil Lane, New Delhi, 110001
Official French cultural centre serving Kolkata and surrounding region.
Kolkata
Official French cultural centre and language institute; part of the public-facing Alliance network in India.
B/S Food Corporation of India, Himali Tower Lane, Manekbaug-Shyamal Road, Satellite, Ahmedabad, 380015
One of Kerala's oldest public libraries, established in 1873, housed in the historic Town Hall and the first fully computerised library in the state.
Town Hall Complex, Palace Road, Chembukkavu, 680020
Official French cultural centre in Mumbai with film screenings, classes, library/media resources, and cultural programming.
Mumbai
Public library and cultural programming venue operated by the British Council.
SL Jubilee, Road No 36, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, 500033
A charitable trust promoting literacy through community libraries, school library programs, and mobile outreach across Goa.
House No. 127, Mala, Fontainhas, Panaji, 403001
Cultural institute with library, courses, screenings, exhibitions, workshops, and collaborations in art, science, and media.
716, CMH Road, Indiranagar 1st Stage, Bengaluru, 560038
Established in 1890, one of India's four National Depository Libraries housed in a heritage building, receiving a copy of all publications in India.
Pantheon Road, Egmore, 600008
A cultural institution with a library, art gallery, and lecture hall hosting ~150 programs annually.
6, BP Wadia Road, Basavanagudi, 560004
Founded in 1817, one of India's oldest literary societies and functioning libraries, housed in a heritage red sandstone building with around 50,000 books.
College Road, DPI Campus, Thousand Lights, 600006
A Victorian Neo-Gothic heritage library established in 1870 in the Kala Ghoda arts district, recently restored and reopened in 2023.
152, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kala Ghoda, Fort, 400032
One of Asia's largest public libraries with over 1.2 million books across multiple floors, established by the Government of Tamil Nadu.
Gandhi Mandapam Road, Kotturpuram, 600085
Cultural institute with library, courses, and programmes across film, new media, arts, theatre, dance, music, literature, and architecture.
No. 4, 5th Street, Rutland Gate, Thousand Lights West, Chennai, 600006
One of India's oldest learned societies (est. 1804), housed in the landmark Town Hall, with a public library of over 100,000 books and rare manuscripts.
Town Hall, Shahid Bhagat Singh Road, Fort, 400001
Public library and cultural programming venue operated by the British Council.
23, 1st Cross, Kasturba Road, Shanthala Nagar, Bengaluru, 560001
Public library and cultural programming venue operated by the British Council.
17 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, Janpath, Connaught Place, New Delhi, 110001
A national library established in 1891 with 21,000 manuscripts, Mughal and Rajput miniature paintings, and rare books.
Patna University Campus, 800004
Autonomous body for the promotion and development of Malayalam literature and language, housing a vast library and research centre.
Palace Road, Chembukkav, Thrissur, 680020
Public library and cultural programming venue operated by the British Council.
16 Camac Street, Kankaria Estates, Kolkata, 700016
Premier cultural and intellectual institution where public lectures, seminars, conferences, and arts programmes are open to the wider city.
40, Max Mueller Marg, Lodhi Gardens, New Delhi, 110003
A foundation that sets up libraries in government schools and remote areas.
Pan-India
A free-access public library with 16,000+ books, digital resources, and a children's zone in a spacious 15,000 sq ft space.
Bestech Business Tower, Ground Floor, Sector 48, Sohna Road, 122018
Public library and cultural programming venue operated by the British Council.
Elante Office, Industrial Area Phase 1, 160002
Surat's largest public library with over 2,26,000 books, a rare book collection, reading rooms, and dedicated sections for senior citizens.
Plot No. M-9, Scheme No. 5, Ghod Dod Road, Athwalines, Athwa, 395001
German cultural institute with library, courses, events, and cultural programming.
Pune
A major public lending library with a large Gujarati and English collection, reading rooms, and regular literary events.
Ellisbridge, 380006
Public library and cultural programming venue operated by the British Council.
Amrapali Lakeview Tower, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad, 380054
A research library specializing in Tamil studies, housing over 500,000 items across the humanities, social sciences, and sciences.
3rd Cross Street, CIT Campus, Taramani, 600113
A library initiative focused on early childhood education and grassroots literacy.
Various communities, New Delhi
A free, community-led library movement serving the urban and rural poor.
Multiple locations (Sikanderpur, Khirki), New Delhi
A premier research centre for Eastern philosophy, religion, and culture within the Theosophical Society campus, holding rare manuscripts and palm-leaf collections.
The Theosophical Society, Besant Avenue Road, Adyar, 600020
Official French centre with auditorium, gallery, media centre, classes, and cultural events.
Thimmaiah Road, Kaverappa Layout, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, 560001
Tripura's oldest public library, established in 1896 by Maharaja Birchandra, housed in a heritage building.
AK Road, Dhaleswar, 799001
Non-profit French cultural centre with library, events, screenings, exhibitions, and cultural partnerships.
Bhopal
Established in 1943 in memory of the eminent Tamil scholar, housing his personal collection of rare manuscripts, diaries, and classical Tamil literature.
Arundale Beach Road, Kalakshetra Colony, Besant Nagar, 600090
A modern 24/7 public library campus spread over 6 acres with 1,700+ seats.
Great Eastern Road, Amanaka, 492010
An independent bookstore, lending library, and cafe with a curated collection and regular literary events.
7/1, Edward Road, off Queens Road, Vasanth Nagar, 560001
An independent bookshop in a 150-year-old heritage building, with a curated collection, in-house café, and community literary events.
45-47, Somaiya Bhavan, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort, 400001
Cultural institute with library, exhibitions, courses, and ongoing cultural exchange programming.
Park Mansions, Gate 4, 57A, Park Street, Taltala, Kolkata, 700016
Focuses on capacity building and literacy in rural Assamese communities.
Multiple locations in Assam
One of India's oldest public libraries, founded in 1898, dedicated to Marathi literature and language with multiple branches across Mumbai.
MMGS Marg, Naigaon, Dadar East, 400014
One of Mumbai's oldest public libraries, founded in 1845, offering free reading room access and low-cost borrowing membership.
Jagannath Shankar Seth Road, Dhobi Talao, Marine Lines, 400002
Non-profit creativity centre with library, conservation lab, gallery store, talks, workshops, performances, and interdisciplinary arts programming.
777, Anandapur EM Bypass, Sector I, Kolkata, 700107
A rural library providing educational resources and a safe gathering space for villagers.
Bansa Village, Hardoi District
A bookstore-turned-cultural-hub for literature, poetry, and theatre workshops.
Indiranagar, Bengaluru
Public library and cultural programming venue operated by the British Council.
737 Anna Salai, Chennai, 600006