Free community libraries planted across India — take a book, leave a book, and share the joy of reading with your neighbours.
Inspired by the global Little Free Library movement — reimagined for the streets, languages, and communities of India.
Small, beautiful wooden structures placed in front yards, neighborhoods, public spaces, and community centers — welcoming anyone to browse and borrow.
No membership, no fees, no due dates. Simply take a book you'd like to read and leave one behind for someone else to discover.
Each library is owned and maintained by a local host — a neighbour who believes in the power of shared stories and the gift of literacy.
Four easy steps to join the reading revolution across the country.
Use our map to locate the nearest Street Chapter library in your city or neighbourhood.
Walk up, open the door, and pick any book that catches your eye. No sign-up required.
Done reading? Leave your book behind so the next reader can discover something wonderful.
Want a library on your street? Register and join the movement growing across India.
The Street Chapter is inspired by the Little Free Library movement (150,000+ libraries in 120 countries) and Street Library Australia (5,600+ libraries). We bring that same spirit home to local communities — celebrating diverse regional languages, Hindi, and English.
Read Our StoryAnyone can host — a homeowner, a shopkeeper, a school, a community hub, or a place of worship. We help you get set up. All you bring is the love of books.