Nearly 15,000 libraries serve over 12 million readers in Uzbekistan

TASHKENT, Nov 10 (UzA/APP) : According to the National Statistics Committee, as of January 1, 2025, 14,999 libraries were operating across Uzbekistan. These libraries collectively hold 85 million copies of books and magazines.
The total number of library users has reached 12.8 million people. Among them, 31.6% are children under 14, 45.9% are adolescents aged 15-24, and 22.6% are citizens aged 25 and older.
The statistics cover all types of libraries nationwide, including those within educational institutions, information resource centers under local authorities, and information and library centers affiliated with various ministries, departments, and organizations.