Enlisted below are the prime functions of e-Libraries:
- Provide remote access to general public to top read international e-collections
- Provide remote access through VPN and on spot access through hotspots in e-Libraries in Punjab
- Economize access to knowledge
- Provide digital library software to e-Libraries
- Provide library automation software to e-Libraries
- Management, administration, finance and operations of e-Libraries
- Monitoring and evaluation of e-Libraries
- Staffing of Centralized Digital Library as well as e-Libraries
- Coordination with Sports Board, Parks and Horticulture Authority, DCs, Commissioners and other relevant departments
- Provide training in configuration of digital library software and automation of eLibraries
- Provide training in metadata allotment and digital content management
- Train librarians, teachers, IT staff & students in effective use of e-resources through a master trainer program
- Establish and run 20 elibraries in adjacent to sports complexes
- Establish from scratch and run 40 Park Libraries in populated Parks across the province
- Selection, purchase, installation and maintanance of furniture & fixture, books and magazines, library security system, Internet connectivity and computer equipment for e-Libraries