Evaluation of the Film Library of Films Division in Digital era: A Case Study
Vaishali S. Khaparde, Ramesh Sutar · Collnet Journal of Scientometrics and Information Management · 2010
In the era of Information Technology, electronics resources are replacing traditional library resources with a fast pace. Librarians have no option out to adopt these e-resources to meet the requirements of information seekers. The article deals with the library of Films Division, Government of India. This library is a treasure of an archival material; it preserves the historical account of the whole evolution of contemporary India since independence. After the evolution of Doordarshan and various other T.V channels, Films Division productions have decreased. Many posts have been surrendered by the authority after the retirement of old library professionals. There is a need to pay attention towards the implementation of new technologies in digital era. The article suggests various measures to develop the condition of the moving image library during the digital environment.