• Mr. Mayur Pandharinath Dhage
• Dr. Anuja Anantrao Kastikar

This research paper investigates librarians' attitudes towards Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in academic libraries within the Marathwada region, with a focus on Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India. A comprehensive survey was conducted in college libraries to gauge librarians' perspectives on various ICT aspects, including digital literacy, familiarity with ICT tools, benefits and drawbacks of technology integration, and the role of training and support. The study reveals a mixed landscape, with some librarians embracing technology enthusiastically while others face resistance due to inadequate training or infrastructure constraints. Specific areas where ICT has a significant impact, such as digital resource management and user engagement, were identified. The research paper offers recommendations to promote digital transformation, including tailored training programs, infrastructural upgrades, and collaborative efforts with IT professionals. Understanding the challenges and opportunities of ICT adoption enables academic institutions to empower their libraries for a more digitally-driven future, enhancing information services to meet the evolving needs of the academic community in the Marathwada region.

Digital Transformation, Academic Libraries, Librarians, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Marathwada Region

"Digital Transformation in Academic Libraries: Exploring Librarians' Attitudes Towards ICT in the Aurangabad Region of Maharashtra", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 8, page no.n1-n9, August-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2304F01.pdf

"Digital Transformation in Academic Libraries: Exploring Librarians' Attitudes Towards ICT in the Aurangabad Region of Maharashtra", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 8, page no. ppn1-n9, August-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2304F01.pdf