Panjab University Observes International Open Access Week
The Department of Library and Information Science, Panjab University, Chandigarh, today observed International Open Access Week.
City Air News
Oct 22, 2026 09:14
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Chandigarh, October 22, 2026: The Department of Library and Information Science, Panjab University, Chandigarh, today observed International Open Access Week. The program featured a poster-making competition in which students participated in groups and showcased their understanding of the concept of Open Access. Mayurakshi and Monika Thappa, Junior Research Fellows in the department, introduced the participants to the concept of Open Access, highlighting its significance, major features, and different forms.
Dr. Khushpreet Singh Brar, Chairperson of the department, elaborated on the concept and its relevance to the library and information science community. Faculty members also shared their perspectives on Open Access, emphasising the importance of removing barriers to scholarly information and enabling wider access to research resources.
The winners of the poster-making competition were announced by the professors, with Bhawna, Pardeep Kumar, Mohit Sharma, and Pankaj securing first place. Arshpreet Kaur, Harshdeep Kaur, Ramanpreet Singh, Amandeep Singh, and Hardeep Singh won second place, while Lovepreet Kaur, Payal Dhiman, Priyanka, and Twinkle secured third place.
