Multan’s historic Municipal Public Library has reopened following restoration work aimed at preserving its architectural heritage and encouraging reading among young people. The renovated facility now includes modern features, including a library café, offering visitors a more welcoming environment for reading, learning, and research.
The reopening ceremony was attended by MPA Salman Naeem, Multan Commissioner Aamir Kareem Khan, Director General of the Walled City Authority Najam-ul-Saqib, industrialist Khawaja Jawad, and several writers and academics. The project was designed to protect the library’s historic character while making it more accessible and useful for the public.
The restoration initiative was conceived during a review of heritage restoration work at Qila Kohna Qasim Bagh. Officials are also working on plans to develop a food court and craft bazaar in the surrounding area to support cultural activities and attract more visitors.
A dedicated section for competitive-examination candidates is also planned, with approximately 700 books expected to be available. More than 200 books have already been donated. Meanwhile, work on a digital catalogue is underway to help visitors find books and access library resources more conveniently. Special concessions for scholars and writers are also being considered.
Writers and academics donated books during the reopening event, highlighting the importance of community participation in promoting education and literacy. The restoration of the Municipal Public Library is expected to strengthen Multan’s cultural identity and provide students, researchers, and book lovers with a valuable public learning space.
