Reading Day Celebration

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 “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies . . . The man who never reads lives only one.”

The National Reading day commemorates the death anniversary of PN Panicker, widely recognized as the ‘Father of the Library Movement’ in the state of Kerala. The day is observed on 19th June every year. Through his leadership in the Kerala Grandhashala Sangham, he spearheaded various initiatives that sparked a cultural revolution in Kerala, leading to the achievement of universal literacy in the state during the 1990s. This day serves as a tribute to PN Panicker’s tireless efforts in transforming society through his literacy movement in India. PN Panicker, revered as the Father of Reading, passed away on June 19, 1995. He was the founder of the Sanadana Dharma Library, which played a pivotal role as the epicenter of the library movement in Kerala.

Reading is a crucial activity that offers numerous benefits, including relaxation, learning, concentration, and the improvement of communication skills. In an era before the dominance of the internet and television, reading served as a primary medium of communication. National Reading Day, observed on the anniversary of P.N. Panicker’s death, pays homage to his visionary ideals, immense passion, and unwavering dedication to promoting reading as a catalyst for personal and societal development. The day encourages individuals to embrace the pleasures of reading, delve into the vast knowledge contained within books, and acknowledge the transformative impact of reading on individuals and communities alike.


Reading day was observed at GCTE on June 19, 2023 at  General Hall 1. It was organised by the Department of Malayalam Education in collaboration with IQAC. The event began with the rendition of prayer song by Ms. Parvathy followed by welcome speech by Mr.Krishnakumar BT. Dr.AV Sujith, Principal of GCTE, pronounced the presidential address. The inauguration of the reading day cum inaugural adress was given by Dr.Dominic J Katoor, Associate Professor, Department of Malayalam,  University College, Trivandrum.Dr.VK Sujith sir, Vice Principal and Ms. Shiba TC, Assistant Professor,  Department of Sanskrit Education gave the felicitation speeches. Ms.Reshma Rajesh (1st B.Ed Sanskrit ) and Ms. Jessy M (1st B.Ed English)  recited poems to mark the occasion. The programme came to an end with Ms. Sibana S rendering the vote of thanks.

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