CALIBER 2025 is the 14th International Convention organized by the INFLIBNET Centre, focusing on the theme “Library 2047: Democratizing Knowledge towards Viksit Bharat.” The event is scheduled to take place from November 17 to 19, 2025, at Sri Venkateswara University in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Here’s a summary of CALIBER 2025:
- Full-Form of CALIBER: Convention on Automation of Libraries in Education and Research Institutions
- Theme: Library 2047: Democratizing Knowledge towards Viksit Bharat
- Organized by: INFLIBNET Centre & Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati
- 📅 Conference Date: November 17-19, 2025
📍 Venue: Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Source of Image: https://caliber.inflibnet.ac.in/index.php
Theme:
Library 2047: Democratizing Knowledge towards Viksit Bharat
Sub-Themes
Digital Knowledge Creation and Infrastructure
- Designing Policies to Strengthen Library Systems Across India
- The Role of Cloud Computing, AI, and Blockchain in Library Systems
- Strengthening the Open Access Movement for Research and Education
- Open Educational Resources (OER) for Equitable Learning Opportunities
- The Role of Government, Private Sector, and NGOs in Democratizing Access & Funding Strategies for Scaling and Modernizing Library Infrastructure
Libraries as Enablers of Social Equity and SDGs
- Expanding Library Services for Underserved and Marginalized Communities
- Libraries Empowering Women, Children, and Differently-Abled Individuals
- Inclusive Library Programs to Bridge the Urban-Rural Knowledge Gap
- Libraries as Advocates for Environmental Awareness and Education
- The Role of Libraries in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Libraries as E-Resource Gateways and Innovation Hubs
- Integrated Search and Discovery Services to access resources
- Strengthening Library Networks for Global Information Access
- Fostering Start-Up Ecosystems through Knowledge Access and Mentorship
- Strengthening Research and Innovation through Smart Libraries, Makerspaces, and Digital Labs
- Benchmarking and Performance Metrics for Academic Libraries
📅 Conference Date: November 17-19, 2025
📍 Venue: Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Important Dates
📌 Last date for Paper Submission: 30th May 2025
📌 Intimation to Author: 30th August 2025
📌 Last date for Registration: 15th September 2025
Contact Information
Director
📌 Prof. Devika P Madalli
📍 INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Convener
📌 Dr. Kannan P
📌 Scientist-C (LIS), INFLIBNET Centre
📧 Email: caliber25@inflibnet.ac.in
📞 Phone: +91 79 2326 8281
Joint Convener
📌 Mr. Raja V
📌 Scientist-C (CS), INFLIBNET Centre
📧 Email: caliber25@inflibnet.ac.in
📞 Phone: +91 79 2326 8325
Organizing Secretary
📌 Dr. K. Surendra Babu
📍 Professor & Librarian, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, AP
📧 Email: caliber.svu2025@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +91-8772289556
This convention provides a unique platform for library and information professionals, educators, IT experts, consultants, and users involved in library automation and networking to discuss and share insights on various topics. The event invites high-quality papers on research, technical works, case studies, and technology updates related to its themes and sub-themes.
Reference: INFLIBNET Centre & Sri Venkateswara University. (2025). CALIBER 2025: 14th International Convention on Automation of Libraries in Education and Research Institutions [Conference Poster]. Retrieved from https://caliber.inflibnet.ac.in
