Role of INFLIBNET in Knowledge Management and Online Resources Management in Digital Libraries

Abstract The growth of digital libraries has significantly transformed knowledge creation, storage, and dissemination in academic institutions. In India, the Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre plays a vital role in strengthening digital library infrastructure through the application of information and communication technologies. This paper examines the role of INFLIBNET in supporting Knowledge Management (KM) and Online Resources Management in digital libraries. Using a descriptive and analytical approach based on secondary data, the study analyzes INFLIBNET’s major initiatives such as e-ShodhSindhu, Shodhganga, IndCat, and IRINS. The findings reveal that INFLIBNET has greatly enhanced access to scholarly resources, improved research visibility, and facilitated effective knowledge sharing among academic institutions.