In a bid to ensure education for all, Maharashtra has kickstarted a massive survey to find and enroll children aged 3 to 18 who are currently not in school. The survey, which started on July 5 and runs until July 20, focuses on vulnerable groups where children are likely to be working or have dropped out of the formal education system.
Covering a range of locations like brick kilns, construction sites, and railway stations, the survey is led by school teachers, Anganwadi helpers, NGOs, and volunteers. The main aim is to locate children who have never been to school, those who left before finishing primary education, and those who have been absent for long periods, possibly due to seasonal migration.
Local involvement is key in identifying out-of-school children, with teachers and Anganwadi workers playing a crucial role in the process. By using birth records kept by Anganwadis, they can check school enrollments during the survey.
Mahendra Ganpule, spokesperson for the Maharashtra School Principal’s Federation, praised teachers and Anganwadi workers for their active role in the survey. Their familiarity with local communities and connections with families help in reaching out to bring children back to school.
Sharad Gosavi, Director of State Primary Education, stressed the importance of public participation in identifying out-of-school children. He highlighted the Right to Education Act and urged citizens to inform nearby Anganwadi centers or government schools about any children who are not in school, to help get them enrolled.
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