Dear All, Greetings from the Indira Gandhi Memorial Library, University of Hyderabad! FLARE-2027 | 72nd ILA International Conference The Indira Gandhi Memorial Library (IGML), University of Hyderabad, in collaboration with the Indian Library Association (ILA), New Delhi, is pleased to announce the FLARE-2027 International Conference on: *“Future Libraries: Advancing Research & Excellence”* 📅 7–9 January 2027 📍 University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad FLARE-2027 will provide a professional platform for librarians, LIS professionals, researchers, academicians, educators, and scholars to present research, exchange perspectives, and engage with emerging developments shaping the future of libraries. Conference Themes: • Libraries & Sustainability Agenda • Digital Transformation in Libraries • Scholarly Communication & Open Science • Capacity Building & Future-Ready Librarianship • Assistive Technologies & Inclusive Library Services • Collaboration, Consortia & Knowledge Ecosystems • Digital Preservation & Cultural Heritage • Ethical & Legal Frameworks for Information Access • Social Media & Digital Engagement in Libraries Important Dates: 📝 Abstract Submission – 15 September 2026 📄 Full Paper Submission – 15 October 2026 🎟️ Registration – 15 December 2026 🔗 Official Website: https://ila72flare.uohyd.ac.in/ 🔗Conference Brochure: https://ila72flare.uohyd.ac.in/files/ILA72Brochure.pdf 🔗Abstract Submission: https://forms.gle/7p5eHVeKVSttobfm9 🔗Registration Link: https://forms.gle/ATSXrjiWXCx9Uq6EA We invite the LIS community to contribute research, share professional perspectives, and be part of this significant academic and professional gathering. We look forward to your participation in FLARE-2027. 📚 Thanks & Regards, -- *Ankit Gupta* Assistant Librarian (IT Section) Indira Gandhi Memorial Library (IGML) *E:* ankitgupta_lib@uohyd.ac.in <sreekumars_lib@uohyd.ac.in> *M:* +918707554336 *A: *Indira Gandhi Memorial Library (IGML), University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500046