Chandigarh: The Women and Child Development Department, Haryana, has launched the “Bal Sarathi” Internship Programme with the objective of contributing to a brighter future for children and strengthening Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) across the state.
Under this initiative, students from colleges and universities, as well as interested individuals from the community, will get an opportunity to contribute towards early childhood care and education by providing support at Anganwadi centres.
A government spokesperson informed that students enrolled in any college or university, along with interested individuals from the community who wish to contribute to ECCE, are eligible to participate in the programme. The duration of the internship will range from a minimum of two months to a maximum of six months.
The spokesperson further stated that the programme will provide young participants with valuable hands-on experience. In addition, the Department of Women and Child Development, Haryana, will provide them with certificates, expert guidance and mentoring.