Multilingual Education

  • Building Inclusive Futures: Education Reform for Odisha’s Vulnerable Communities

    Odisha's ST & SC Development Department embarked on a mission to overhaul its education system for vulnerable populations. Despite socio-economic barriers and geographical isolation, it envisioned an education framework that not only ensured access but also equity, quality, and innovation in learning outcomes. The initiative reflects the state’s commitment to transforming tribal education from a basic service into a powerful vehicle for empowerment.

  • Mother Tongue ECCE Curriculum “Nua Arunima”

    Language has been one of the most significant barriers to early education for these children, as many enter Anganwadi Centres where the language of instruction is unfamiliar. Recognising the need for equity and inclusion, the Government of Odisha introduced a mother tongue-based Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) curriculum titled “Nua Arunima” to bridge the linguistic gap.

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