NIPUN Launches “Dakhila Campaign” to Promote Inclusive Education Among Migrant Children in South West Delhi

New Delhi : As part of its ongoing Bal Vatika Project, NIPUN has launched an intensive Dakhila Campaign in South West Delhi, aimed at enrolling out-of-school children—particularly those from migrant and underserved families—into formal education systems. This initiative seeks to address alarming gaps in early childhood education and school readiness across urban poor communities.

According to recent studies, nearly 4.5% of children aged 6–14 in urban slums remain out of school, while over 35% of children aged 3–6 are deprived of any form of early education. The situation is further exacerbated for seasonal migrant families, who often lack access to necessary documentation, awareness, and institutional support.

The Dakhila Campaign addresses these barriers through a multi-pronged approach:

The campaign kicked off with a vibrant community rally, where mothers and children marched through neighborhood lanes holding placards bearing messages such as “Shiksha Sabka Adhikar Hai” (Education is Everyone’s Right) and “School Chalo”. This initiative generated significant awareness about the importance of school enrollment and early learning.

NIPUN’s team conducted home visits and one-on-one counseling with parents—particularly first-generation learners—guiding them through the school admission process and helping them prepare critical documents such as birth certificates, Aadhar cards, and proof of residence.

In partnership with local MCD and Government schools, NIPUN introduced the Bal Vatika program and shared details of children ready for enrollment. This facilitated a smoother admission process, with several schools showing active cooperation.

The campaign has also contributed to a notable behavioral shift among parents. Many are now consistently sending their children to Bal Vatika Centres, recognizing their value in preparing children socially, emotionally, and academically for school. As a result, dozens of children have successfully enrolled in formal schools in the current quarter alone and have also given employment opportunities of their parents considering the safety environment of our Bal Vatika centers.

“The Dakhila Campaign is more than an admission drive—it’s a mission to ensure every child has the right start in life,” said Mr. Pradeep Kumar, Secretary at NIPUN. “We believe that early education lays the foundation for lifelong learning, and through community engagement and system-level partnerships, we are working towards an inclusive and empowered future.”
NIPUN remains committed to its vision of ensuring quality education and holistic development for every child, regardless of their socio-economic background.