Academic libraries are undergoing a significant transformation in response to the growing emphasis on sustainability, digital innovation, and national and global policy frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The present study examines the evolving role of academic libraries as sustainable knowledge institutions that actively support SDGs through academia–industry collaboration, resilient knowledge infrastructure, and enhanced educational and research services. By positioning libraries as strategic partners in quality education, innovation, and partnerships, the study highlights their contribution beyond traditional information provision toward inclusive and sustainable academic development. The findings, based on empirical evidence, reveal a strong and statistically significant perception of academic libraries as transformative agents in supporting SDGs, strengthening sustainable knowledge infrastructure, and facilitating NEP 2020 objectives through collaborative and learner-centric initiatives. The results underscore the importance of academic libraries as dynamic knowledge hubs that integrate sustainability principles, policy alignment, and collaborative practices to remain relevant and impactful in the contemporary higher education ecosystem
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