Conference on Future Libraries: Advancing Research & Excellence

72nd Annual ILA Conference (FLARE 2027) Set to Transform the Future of Libraries

About the Organizers

This prestigious event is organized by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Library, University of Hyderabad, in proud association with the Indian Library Association (ILA), New Delhi. The conference is also sponsored by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR). The University of Hyderabad, recognized as an Institution of Eminence, provides a vibrant academic backdrop for this global nexus.

About the Conference

As the digital and physical frontiers of information continue to merge, FLARE 2027 aims to redefine the role of libraries as catalysts for global knowledge and social progress. The conference serves as an ideal forum for examining the shifting paradigms of the field, offering sessions that will explore how libraries can anchor the future of intellectual exchange and drive meaningful community empowerment.

Conference Theme

The overarching theme for the event is Future Libraries: Advancing Research & Excellence 2027. The discussions will span a wide range of emerging and innovative sub-themes, including:

• Libraries and the Sustainability Agenda (Green libraries and UN SDGs)
• Digital Transformation in Libraries (AI, ML, Semantic Web, and Smart Libraries)
• Scholarly Communication & Open Science (Research Data Management and Open Access)
• Capacity Building, Policy & Future-Ready Librarianship
• Assistive Technologies & Inclusive Library Services (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)
• Collaboration, Consortia & Knowledge Ecosystems
• Digital Preservation & Cultural Heritage
• Ethical & Legal Frameworks (Ethics, Copyright, and IPR)
• Social Media & Digital Engagement in Libraries

Important Dates to Remember

For researchers and academicians looking to contribute, mark your calendars with these critical deadlines:

• Abstract Submission: September 15, 2026
• Full Paper Submission: October 15, 2026
• Acceptance Notification: November 15, 2026
• Registration Deadline: December 15, 2026
• Conference Dates: January 7 - 9, 2027

Registration Fees

Registration is open to both national and international delegates. Registering on or before December 15th, 2026, secures an early-bird discount.

Contact:

Dr. O. Sivasankar Prasad,

Organizing Secretary, FLARE 2027, 72nd Indian Library Association (ILA) International Conference.

University Librarian (I/c), University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad–500046, Telangana, India

Email ID.: sivasankarprasad@uohyd.ac.in, ila72flare@uohyd.ac.in