{"id":126967,"date":"2024-08-23T13:46:41","date_gmt":"2024-08-23T08:16:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/indusvalleytimes.com\/news\/?p=126967"},"modified":"2024-08-23T13:46:43","modified_gmt":"2024-08-23T08:16:43","slug":"hindalco-industries-launches-smart-anganwadi-project-to-transform-early-childhood-education-in-hirakud","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/indusvalleytimes.com\/news\/hindalco-industries-launches-smart-anganwadi-project-to-transform-early-childhood-education-in-hirakud\/","title":{"rendered":"Hindalco Industries launches \u2018Smart Anganwadi\u2019 project to transform early childhood education in Hirakud"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"caps\"><strong>By Nalini Sahu<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bhubaneswar, Aug 23 <em>:<\/em><\/strong> Hindalco Industries Limited, the metals flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, has recently launched its Smart Anganwadi (<em>Shishu Vatika<\/em>) project across 16 Anganwadi centres in the Hirakud region of Sambalpur district in Odisha. Part of Hindalco&#8217;s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts, this initiative aims to transform traditional Anganwadi centres into models of early childhood education meant to be enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Briefing on the Project, Mr. Soumitra Roy, Unit Head of Hirakud FRP says,<strong> \u201c<\/strong>The Smart Anganwadi project is a comprehensive initiative that focuses on changing the learning environment of Anganwadi centres. Hindalco has made extensive infrastructure upgrades, including the installation of windows, doors, and roof waterproofing, to ensure safe and comfortable spaces for young learners. Each centre has also undergone vibrant Bala (Building as Learning Aid) painting work, approved by the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme, creating visually stimulating environments conducive to learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Central to the project is the provision of learning aids and toys, besides&nbsp; comprehensive teaching-learning materials (TLM). These make learning a hands on experience for children between the ages 3 to 6 years, making them curious and totally engaged.&nbsp; Child friendly tables and chairs are provided at the Centre to make the children as comfortable as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking ahead, Hindalco aims to expand the Smart Anganwadi program to an additional 16 centres, reaffirming its dedication to advancing community welfare and educational standards across India, adds Mr Roy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lauding Hindalco&#8217;s proactive efforts, Mrs. Jhunu Swain, District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) of Sambalpur, said, &#8220;The transformation of Anganwadi centres through the Smart Anganwadi project is a commendable step towards improving early childhood education. The enhanced facilities and learning tools provided by Hindalco have had a positive impact on children&#8217;s development and engagement.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ms Anita Bag, an Anganwadi co-worker, shared her perspective on the rejuvenated centres, noting, &#8220;The new environment has created a joyful atmosphere that has significantly boosted children&#8217;s attendance and engagement. 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