A two-day training programme for Anganwadi workers commenced at the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh. The training is being conducted with the support of resource persons from Zampa Foundation Pvt. Ltd. and aims to strengthen the capacity of Anganwadi workers in early childhood care and education.

Around 160 Anganwadi workers from different parts of Leh district are participating in the programme. The training focuses on enhancing the skills and understanding of Anganwadi workers in handling young children and improving the quality of early childhood education at the grassroots level.

During the inaugural session, Principal DIET Leh, Mirza Mehdi, welcomed the resource persons from Zampa Foundation and the participating Anganwadi workers. In his address, he emphasised the significant responsibility of Anganwadi workers in nurturing children during their most critical developmental stage. He encouraged participants to take the training seriously and actively engage in the sessions, noting that the early years of a child’s life form the foundation for future learning and development.

Head of Department, DIET Leh, Tsering Yangdol, also addressed the participants and highlighted the crucial role played by Anganwadi workers in shaping young minds. She explained the importance of the foundational stage of education and stressed the need to incorporate the principles of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in early childhood education practices.

The training programme will continue over the next two days with interactive sessions, discussions and practical demonstrations conducted by experts from Zampa Foundation. These sessions are aimed at equipping Anganwadi workers with effective strategies to support the holistic development of children.

The initiative reflects DIET Leh’s continued commitment to strengthening early childhood education and supporting Anganwadi workers in their vital role within the education system.