Abstract: In the modern knowledge-based society, other from possessing technical expertise and having access to information technology, it is becoming progressively crucial for individuals to experience a wide range of supporting social relationships. Library services are being modified to accommodate internet communication tools and foster this emerging connection. The study aimed to investigate how social media platforms are used to enhance digital literacy in modern library systems, and to explore “the role of social media in educating library staff” and patrons on digital literacy skills. The research employed random sampling to identify respondents, acquired primary data via a questionnaire, and obtained secondary data from journals, publications, and published papers. The study chooses librarians and library staff as the targeted population. The sample comprised 250 secondary pupils from Delhi NCR libraries. The results showed that social media platforms were excellent enhancers of the digital literacy access of modern library systems by increasing accessibility to educational resources and tutorials. Furthermore, social media is a great avenue for educating library staff on digital literacy skills in an interactive manner that is easy to use to enhance knowledge and engagement with digital tools. Some of the challenges identified were limited digital infrastructure and differences regarding the level of user engagement.
Keywords: Social Media, Digital Literacy, Library Systems, Educational Resources, and Library Staff Training.
Title: Exploring the Role of Social Media in Promoting Digital Literacy for Modern Library Systems
Author: Arup Kumar Bhattacharya
International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovations
ISSN 2348-1218 (print), ISSN 2348-1226 (online)
Vol. 14, Issue 2, April 2026 - June 2026
Page No: 168-176
Research Publish Journals
Website: www.researchpublish.com
Published Date: 30-June-2026
