The Uttar Pradesh government has pledged towards bolstering early childhood education. The move is on full boost under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The Government is set to launch the ‘Balvatika Abhiyan’ from April 16 to April 29.

This campaign is titled as ‘Sunehari Shuruaat Balvatika Ke Saath’ (A Golden Beginning with Balvatika). It is designed to provide a structured learning environment for children aged 3 to 6 years. The initiative aims to transform co-located Anganwadi centres into vibrant Balvatika classrooms.

Strengthening Foundations Through Community Involvement

It aims to lay children’s educational foundations while promoting active community participation. Under this initiative, co-located Anganwadi centres have been designated as Balvatika classes to facilitate structured pre-primary learning.

The Basic Education Department, through Samagra Shiksha Uttar Pradesh, is working systematically and sustainably to enhance learning environments and develop resources for children aged 3 to 6.

Campaign Objectives

1. Raise awareness about the significance of early childhood education through community engagement

2. Encourage parents and community members to enrol children aged 3–6 years in Balvatika

3. Prepare children aged 5–6 years for seamless transition into Class 1

4. Ensure that all children in the 3–6 age group are connected to Balvatika classes

The initiative, led by the Basic Education Department and supported by Samagra Shiksha Uttar Pradesh, aims to raise awareness about the importance of early childhood education and encourage greater parental and community involvement.

One of the campaign’s main goals is to ensure that children aged 3–6 are enrolled in Balvatika classes, with a special focus on preparing 5–6-year-olds for a smooth transition into Class 1.

A Packed Calendar of Activities

1. April 16–17: Prabhat Pheri to be conducted with primary school children, led by public representatives

2. April 18–21: Special Gram Sabhas to be organized, highlighting the campaign’s objectives and core messages

3. April 22–23: Community engagement through role plays and storytelling sessions, including puppet shows and interactive storytelling by children

4. April 24–25: Creative competitions for children and parents involving rangoli, dance, music, poems, paintings, and crafts using paper and clay

5. April 28–29: Discussion of campaign objectives during Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs) and SMC meetings

Transforming Anganwadis into Learning Hubs

With this campaign, the state government is turning Anganwadi centres into nurturing, child-friendly learning spaces that support cognitive, emotional, and social development. The ‘Balvatika Abhiyan’ represents a crucial step toward building a strong educational foundation for Uttar Pradesh’s youngest learners.