Pakistan · Established 1966
Advancing the science of libraries
For nearly six decades, the Library Promotion Bureau has championed library development, education, and information services across Pakistan — through publications, scholarship, and an enduring commitment to the profession.
Our Mission
A bureau in service of knowledge
Founded by Professor Ghani ul Akram Sabzwari in Karachi, the LPB exists to promote the establishment, development, and improvement of libraries — and to nurture the profession through scholarship, publication, and partnership.
Publications
The Pakistan Library & Information Science Journal — peer-reviewed since the Bulletin era.
Education
Books and study materials in Urdu & English supporting LIS students and researchers.
Coordination
Collaboration with national and international organizations engaged in library promotion.
Advisory
Strategies and frameworks for improving library services throughout the country.
The Founder
Prof. Ghani ul Akram Sabzwari
In 1966, in Karachi, Professor Sabzwari founded the Library Promotion Bureau — a vision that grew into a generational institution for Pakistan's library profession. He shall be recognized perpetually as the Founder, and serves as Patron-in-Chief for life.
Co-founded with the late Mr. Abul Moeed, Mr. Adil Usmani, and Ms. Naseem Fatima — names permanently inscribed in the records of the Bureau as a mark of gratitude.
Meet the teamFlagship Publication
Pakistan Library & Information Science Journal
Formerly the Pakistan Library Bulletin, the Bureau's peer-reviewed periodical has, for decades, served library professionals, educators, and researchers across the country.
- Peer-reviewed scholarly articles
- Bilingual contributions in Urdu & English
- 53+ volumes in continuous publication
Join the mission
Become a member, support a legacy
Ordinary, Life, Institutional, and Honorary memberships are open to those advancing the cause of libraries in Pakistan and beyond.
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