When a branch of lending library in Chennai takes its leave
The Purasawalkam branch of the Easwari lending library in Chennai is closing due to reduced footfall caused by local infrastructure work. Despite the closure, the library saw a surge of visitors during its final week.
Why it matters
It reflects the challenges faced by traditional physical media and community spaces in the face of urban development and digital shifts.
On a humid Wednesday (July 1, 2026) afternoon, you would not have guessed that Easwari lending library, which is closing its Purasawalkam branch, would have about fifty people squeezing in to buy books at discounted prices, starting from ₹25, in its final week.
The article is a human-interest piece reporting on a local event with balanced perspectives.
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