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  • Dec 24, 2023
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SETTING UP 17,000 CRECHES ACROSS INDIA

Why in the News?

  • The aims to establish 17,000 creches in anganwadis nationwide.
  • Under the ‘Palna’ scheme, 5,222 creches have already received approval, addressing the need for daycare facilities.
Source: PTeducation

About ‘Palna’ Scheme :

  • Associated Ministry: Ministry of Women and Child Development .
  • Features of the Scheme :
  • The initiative focuses on providing quality daycare for children of working women, ensuring a safe environment for their development.
  • Plans include deploying two additional creche workers in each anganwadi, promoting nutritional, health, and cognitive growth for children.
  • New SOPs : A Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) outlining the administration and implementation of anganwadi-cum-creche centres.
  • Emphasis : on providing economic opportunities for women across socio-economic groups, fostering a secure environment for children while mothers participate in gainful employment.