Enhancing Library Accessibility for Blind and Visually Impaired Users: A Case Study of Braille Library, University of Delhi

Library services for blind and visually impaired users in academic libraries are essential for ensuring inclusivity and accessibility. Libraries serve as the backbone of knowledge dissemination and must offer equitable access to information, regardless of users' abilities. This study explores the accessibility services provided at the Braille Library, University of Delhi, highlighting assistive technologies, specialized services, and infrastructural support. The findings underscore the importance of continued improvements in accessibility and inclusivity to empower BVI users with independent access to knowledge resources. This research paper aims to explore the strategies and services implemented by academic library focused in braille library, Delhi University to support blind and visually impaired users in accessing library resources effectively in order to promote equity in education by ensuring that all users have equal access to information and resources.

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International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research
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2025-04-14
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https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.41175
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Digital Accessibility for Disabilities
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Enhancing Library Accessibility for Blind and Visually Impaired Users: A Case Study of Braille Library, University of Delhi

Priyanka Kumari, Rakesh K. Srivastava
International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research
Digital Accessibility for Disabilities
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Enhancing Library Accessibility for Blind and Visually Impaired Users: A Case Study of Braille Library, University of Delhi

Priyanka Kumari, Rakesh K. Srivastava
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Abstract

Library services for blind and visually impaired users in academic libraries are essential for ensuring inclusivity and accessibility. Libraries serve as the backbone of knowledge dissemination and must offer equitable access to information, regardless of users' abilities. This study explores the accessibility services provided at the Braille Library, University of Delhi, highlighting assistive technologies, specialized services, and infrastructural support. The findings underscore the importance of continued improvements in accessibility and inclusivity to empower BVI users with independent access to knowledge resources. This research paper aims to explore the strategies and services implemented by academic library focused in braille library, Delhi University to support blind and visually impaired users in accessing library resources effectively in order to promote equity in education by ensuring that all users have equal access to information and resources.

International Journal For Multidisciplinary ResearchVol. 7(2)
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Digital Accessibility for Disabilities
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