ICBF marks 40th anniversary by inaugurating library

Doha, Qatar: The Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) marked a significant milestone in its 40th anniversary celebrations with the inauguration of...

Doha, Qatar: The Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) marked a significant milestone in its 40th anniversary celebrations with the inauguration of “Readers’ Nest” - ICBF 40th Anniversary Library at ICBF office. 

The library was inaugurated by First Secretary at Embassy of India and ICBF Coordinating Officer, Eish Singhal, who commended the ICBF Managing Committee for this noble initiative.

He emphasised the importance of fostering a culture of reading in the community, especially in an era dominated by technology and gadgets, where the joy of books is often overlooked. 

The library’s collection, donated by community members, reflects the spirit of giving and togetherness that defines ICBF’s mission. Responding to frequent requests from prison inmates, individuals in shelters, and labour camps for books in regional languages, the Managing Committee resolved to establish a permanent library at the ICBF office premises to serve these needs, as well as for community members.

ICBF President Shanavas Bava, in his address, expressed gratitude to the community for their heartfelt contributions toward this project, which aims to bring solace and enrichment to those in need.