KEDLD 2025 Accepted Papers

List of accepted papers are as follows:

SL NoTitles and Authors
1Analysing the Function and Influence of India’s National Digital Gateways: Infrastructure, Accessibility, and Governance in this Digital Era by Monika Verma and Dr. Deepmala
2Taking Initiatives Towards Green Library: A Study of Central Library, IIT Kharagpur by Rita Ghosh and Dr. B. Sutradhar
3Engineering a Sustainable Future: How IITs Drive the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by Mr. Hemanta Kumar Biswal, Dr. B. Sutradhar and Prof. Bulu Maharana
4From Community Care to Digital Governance: Reimagining ICDS Transformation in Cooch Behar through a Digital Humanities Lens by Suvojyoti Paul
5International Repositories as Enablers of Enhanced Knowledge Management and Dissemination Frameworks by Mohit Kumar Verma and Dr. Dharam Vir Singh
6National Digital Library of India: A Sustainable Development in Education by Indrajit Mondal
7Redefining User Experience: Issues of Access, Searchability, and Personalization in Digital Knowledge Systems by Dr Smitha C Elayadom
8Sustainable Development in Digital Libraries: A Framework for Digital Knowledge Creation and Sharing by Kalpana Pandey, Titus R, Ganeshbabu M and Chinthiya S
9A Unified Discovery Framework for Integrated Access to Koha and DSpace Resources: A Prototype-Based Approach by Pradip Kumar Mahato, Dr. Samrat Guha Roy, Dr. B. Sutradhar
10Critical Evaluation of DC Metadata Schema with Specific Reference for Archiving Educational Resources by Debasis Das and Prof. Sudip Ranjan Hatua
11Designing a Common Metadata Standard for Research Data Repositories (RDRs): A Proposal by Sukanta Halder
12Empowering Education through NDLI: Awareness and Uses among Students of Higher Education Institution in Sambalpur by Dr. Archita Nanda and Sunam Shankar Behera
13Exploring Awareness and Challenges of NDLI Usage: A Need for Training Initiatives by Priyanka S. Barpate (Khot) and Dr. Megha B. Mali
14Metadata Trajectory from MARC to BIBFRAME: A Strategic Approach to the Future of Bibliographic Data Management in Digital Libraries by Lili Sahu and Prof. Bulu Maharana
15Navigating the Digital Repository: A Survey on National Digital Library of India (NDLI) Awareness and Use among Students of Gauhati University by Rahul Chetri, Preetam Kishore Paul and Arbin Engtipi
16A Bibliometric Analysis of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in Academic Libraries from 2010-2025 by Subham Debsharma, Ramani Ranjan Sahu, and Dr. Samrat Guha Roy, Mr. Hemanta Kumar Biswal
17A Conceptual Framework for Enhancing Discovery of Grey Literature through Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) in Academic Libraries: A Pilot Study Approach by Pawan Kumar Pal and Dr. Samir Kumar Jalal
18An Assessment of Library Websites at National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPERs) in India by Virendra Siraskar and Dr. Devendra Bhongade
19Artificial Intelligence Tools in Library Services: Benefits, Drawbacks, and Challenges by Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Prof. Sanjay Kumar Singh and Alka Rani Khare
20Assessing the Influence of E-Journals on Academic Practices: Evidence from Central University of Rajasthan by Kiran Yadav and Dr. Vineeta Chauhan
21BERT-Based Relevance Classification for Focused Web-Crawling in the National Digital Library of India by Mousiki Singha Roy Subhayan Roy and Dr. B. Sutradhar
22Design and Execution of a Knowledge-Based DDC Classifier for Digital Library Systems: A Prototype Model by Jayanta Bhakta, Sontu Nandi, Jayashree Bhakta and Rita Ghosh
23Design and Implementation of a Library AI Assistant: A RAG-Based Chatbot Leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) by Mir Owahed Ali and Dr. B. Sutradhar
24Designing AI-Assistant for Academic Libraries: Enabling Database Interaction using MCP Architecture by Dr. Samir Kumar Jalal, Dr. Samrat Guha Roy and Dr. B. Sutradhar
25Emerging Technologies in Academic Libraries: A Comprehensive Review of Digital Transformation and Future Trends by Mr. Uma Shankar Prasad and Mr. Vijendra Langdi
26Emerging Technologies in Digital Libraries: Innovations and Applications by Ms. Kontham Rupasree
27Enhancing DSpace with Large Language Models: Designing an Integration Framework Using the Model Context Protocol by Tirtharaj Dasgupta, Madhumita Neogi and Prof. Parthasarathi Mukhopadhyay
28Enhancing Library Services Through Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and Blockchain Integration by Senthil Kumaran P, R. Matheswaran and Dr. K. Rajaram
29Ethical Use of AI in the Academic Environment by Mr. R. Ch. Yoganand, A. Rajani Kumari and M.Sridhar
30Exploring Cloud Computing in Library and Information Science: Applications, Impact, and Research Visualization by Dr. N. Siva, Dr. P. Rajendran and Dr. V. Chitra
31Exploring Screen Reader Architecture: Anhancing Access to Information for the Visually Impaired by Samayita Dutta
32From Framework to Fluency: Mapping the Learning Curve of ML Backends by Anjan Pal and Prof. Parthasarathi Mukhopadhyay
33From Shelves to Sentence: Reimagining Pharmacy Institutional Libraries through Human-AI Synergy by Akella Syamalarao and Dr. Pulicherla Mallikarjuna Rao
34Integrating RFID Technology with KOHA Library Management Software: A Command based Application by Ravindra Mohan and Dr. Deep Singh
35Leveraging AI/ML Tools in Developing Smart Library Systems: AI-Driven Centralized Library Networks for Smarter Fund Utilization and Book Selection by Abhishek Mukherjee
36Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Smart Library Services: A Bibliometric Analysis by Joytirmayee Sahu, Ajaya Kumar Saw and Dr. Rosalien Rout
37No Code Tool for Data Cleaning: A Study of the Open Data Editor (ODE) by Dr. Mohit Garg, Nikhil Raj and Ankit
38Open Access Practices of Researchers in NIScPR: Using Data Carpentry Tools by Samarjit Dey and Prof. Nivedita Bhattacharyya Sahu
39R-based Text Mining vis-à-vis Thematic Shifts in Digital Library Discourse by Ms. Samhati Soor
40Role of AI Tools in Reducing Text Similarity in Research Papers/Articles by M Manivannan, Prof. Durga Sankar Rath and Dr. B. Sutradhar
41Talk to Your Library: Implementing a Koha-Integrated Library Chatbot with Cloud-Based Knowledge Domain across OPAC and Telegram Interfaces by Shekhor Modak, Pavan Kumar Gupta and Dr. Samir Kumar Jalal
42The Changing Landscape of Modern Library Management and Services through the Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by Sourabh Mukherjee and Kritika Chakraborty
43The Role of Cloud Computing, AI, and Blockchain in Smart Library Systems: A Study by Ajaya Kumar Saw and Dr. Rosalien Rout
44Towards Library 5.0: Human-AI Collaboration in Knowledge Engineering by Kishore Dey and Dr. B. Sutradhar
45Utility of RFID Technology in Representing Smart Library by Dr. Rama Pal
46An Exploratory Study of LIS Professional Experiences by Shibyllien Kharbudon and F. Lamin Gayang
47Empowering LIS Professionals in the Digital Environment: A Case Study of Ramesh Mohan Library, EFL University by Kaneez Fathima
48Integrating Digital Humanities with NAD-ABC: Reimagining Credit Portability in India’s Higher Education Landscape by Prasanth M P and Mr. Ashok Thomas
49Managing Technological Knowledge in Defence R&D: A Scientometric Study of ARDE by Anand R Sarode, Ajay Kumar Pandey and Dr. Vaishali S Khaparde
50NDLI and Kendriya Vidyalaya Libraries: Establishing a Common Knowledge Ecosystem by Animesh Mahata and Bibek Mahata
51New Technologies in Digital Libraries: AI, Semantic Web, and Immersive Systems for Next-Generation Knowledge Management by Manjula M and Dr. Vasanth N
52Obscured Labour of LIS professionals in Open Digital Archives: A Study of Marginalised Work Dynamics in Assam by Smt. Archanagita Saikia, Emmanuel Phangcho, Satabdi Bezbaruah and Dimpy Thakuria
53Ontology-Driven Semantic Archiving of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS): Designing a Multimodal Digital Framework for Indigenous-Centric Access and Knowledge Integration in Digital Libraries by Satyabrata Acharya, Subhayan Roy and Dr. B. Sutradhar
54Research and Development Performance of IIT Patna during 2014-2023: A Bibliometric Analysis using Bibliometrix R by Anup Das, Ravindra D. Sarode and Mritunjay Anand
55Role of LIS Professionals in Digital Library by Anil Kumar
56Safeguarding Scholarly Communication: Licensing Practices in Institutional Repositories by Kanu Chakraborty Navin Upadhyay, Archana Shukla and Simul Chakraborty
57Simplifying Library Chatbot Development Using Chatbase: A Practical Guide for LIS Professionals by Anand Mallikarjun Jujgar
58Skills and Professional Competencies Required for Librarians in the Digital Era by Moumita Adhikari
59The Role of Digital Humanities in Amplifying Marginalized Voices in India by Ashis Biswas and Dr. Rajesh Singh
60Thematic Clustering and Classification of Research in Digital Library Perspectives (2000–2024): A Machine Learning Approach by Sourav Mazumder and Dr. Tapan Barui
61Users Perception on Library Services and Information Resources: A Case Study of Indian Council of Cultural Relation (ICCR), Delhi by Dr. Shashi Rawat, Dr. Rajesh Kumar and Malvika Kishor
62Digi Pata: An Initiative of Digital Archiving of Pata Chitro in Paschim Medinipur District by Avishek Musib and Dr. Sanjukta Sahoo
63Efficacy of MOOCs (Massive Open Online Course) as Learning Tool in Education: A Study of Selected Universities in Tamil Nadu by P. Ramu, Dr. Vinay Kumar Kainthola and Dr. R U Ramasamy
64Empowering Academic Communities: Exploring the Evolving Impact of NDLI Club Initiatives on Digital Learning Engagement by Sunita Pareek and Dr. G.J.P. Dixit
65Exploring Open Access Educational Resources at SKUAST-Jammu through the Framework of Ranganathan’s Five Laws by Dr. R.K. Samnotra, Asha Rani and Leela Dhar Mangi
66Leveraging NDLI and OER for Academic Excellence: A Case Study of GNIMS Library by Kuljeet G. Kahlon and Neeta Malik
67Mapping of G20 National ETDs in NDLTD’s Global Meta-Search Repository (Adaptation of National ETD Repositories of G20 Countries in NDLTD’s Global Platform: Present Scenarios) by Sukanta Kumar Patra and Mousumi Patra
68Mapping the Evolution of Global Research on Cultural Heritage Data: A Bibliometric Analysis by Anuradha Kumari and Dr. Bhakti Gala
69Open Access Resources and Their Transformative Role in Higher Education: A Comparative Study with Indian Repositories by Pallavi Dhoke and Dr. Ramesh Sutar
70Preserving Oral Knowledge and Indigenous Learning through OA Repositories: A Documentation Challenge by Dr. Sohini Sengupta
71Role of Open Educational Resources (OERs) in enhancing teaching and learning: A special focus on NDLI initiatives by Dr. Ch. Veeranjaneyulu and Dr A. Mallikarjuna
72Smart Academic Library Investments Drive Long-Term Savings: A Case Study by Raksha Choudhary and Dr. Sandeep Kumar Pathak
73Transforming Education through Technology: A Study of Odisha’s Digital Initiatives with Special Focus on Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS)schools. by Ashapurna Priyadarshini Nayak
74Unlocking Knowledge for the Future: A Strategic Roadmap for an Open Access Institutional Repository at Aliah University, Kolkata by Dr. Salahudheen. E

Themes

We invite you Calls for papers

NDLI invites researchers, scholars, practitioners and policymakers to submit papers for the international symposium “Knowledge Engineering for Digital Library Design (KEDLD).” The event will examine how knowledge engineering drives sustainable development in education through digital libraries. Papers may address any of the following sub-themes:

Paper Submission Deadline
Full Paper 31st August 2025 15th September 2025
Peer Review Comments 15 days from date of submission of paper
Camera-Ready Paper 18th September 2025 30th September 2025
Symposium Dates 3rd – 5th November

Themes

Knowledge Acquisition & Representation in Digital Library (DL)

Knowledge Acquisition & Representation in Digital Library (DL)

  • Knowledge-based System Design
  • Knowledge Organization
  • Knowledge Management
  • Digital Humanities
  • IPR Issues & Digital Rights Management
  • Role of LIS Professionals in Digital Library

DIGITAL LIBRARIES AND METADATA ENGINEERING

DIGITAL LIBRARIES AND METADATA ENGINEERING

  • National Digital Library of India (NDLI)
  • Metadata Standards and its application in DL
  • Metadata Curation
  • Metadata Schema for Manuscripts, Artifacts, multimedia etc.
  • Metadata Harvesting & Integration

DIGITAL KNOWLEDGE CREATION AND SHARING

DIGITAL KNOWLEDGE CREATION AND SHARING

  • Sustainable development in digital libraries
  • Issues and Challenges on access, searchability and personalization
  • Security aspects in knowledge-sharing platforms.

OPEN ACCESS AND EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

OPEN ACCESS AND EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

  • Learning Objects
  • OA Repositories
  • Ontology for information organization in DL
  • Vocabulary Control System in Educational Platform
  • Digitization and Preservation of rare documents

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES IN DIGITAL LIBRARIES

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES IN DIGITAL LIBRARIES

  • Digital Library Design
  • Leveraging AI/ML tools in developing Smart Library Systems
  • Generative AI, Expert Systems
  • Semantic Web and Linked Data Technologies
  • Knowledge Discovery, Knowledge Graph
  • AR/VR/MR for Enhanced Library Experiences
  • Cloud Computing, Internet of Things (IoT), Blockchain Technologies
  • Data Carpentry, Data Wrangler and Library Carpentry
  • Deep Leaning, Large Language Model (LLM)

CALL FOR PAPERS SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

  • Submissions should be in .doc or .docx format and follow a standard academic paper structure.
  • The maximum paper length should not exceed 3000 words, Page Size- A4, Single line space.
  • Font Name: Times New Roman, and Size: 12pt
  • Authors should include a clear theme of the paper (choose from the list of themes of the symposium).
  • Title, abstract (250 words maximum), six keywords, and author affiliations with contact information.
  • References (APA Style 6th ed.).
  • Please comply the plagiarism percentage as per UGC guidelines of the manuscript and attached the report at the time of submission.
  • All submissions must be original work and should not have been previously published or be under review.
  • Tables and Figures may be incorporated into the text of the paper.
  • NDLI holds the copyright of the selected papers, which will be published at the symposium.

Symposium Important Dates

Join the KEDLD 2025 Symposium from November 3–5 at IIT Kharagpur. Submit full papers by August 18th September 15th ; reviews in 15 days; camera-ready papers due by September 18th September 30th, 2025.

Mark these dates on your calendar

Full Paper Submission

31st August 2025 15th September 2025

Peer Review Comments

Within 15 days of submission

Camera-Ready Paper

18th September 30th September 2025

Symposium Dates

3rd – 5th November 2025

Target audience

  • Library Professionals working in universities, institutes and research centres.
  • Teachers and researchers working in the interested fields.
  • Those who are involved in handling information and knowledge activities in diverse areas in educational and research institutes.

hurry up! Call for Papers KEDLD-2025

The National Digital Library of India (NDLI) invites researchers, scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to submit papers for the international symposium “Knowledge Engineering for Digital Library Design.”