Pa Pa Pagli Project:
Gujarat’s Dahod district has gained attention for a play-based early childhood education model in Anganwadi centres, where the UNICEF-supported “Pa Pa Pagli” initiative has improved learning outcomes and confidence among children aged 3–6 years.“Pa Pa Pagli (First Steps of the Child)” is a play-oriented pre-school education initiative of the Gujarat Women and Child Development Department.It targets children aged 3–6 years enrolled in Anganwadi centres, especially in educationally backward districts like Dahod.
Key features:
- Games-cum-learning model: Learning through structured play, stories, songs, puzzles and movement-based activities.
- Life-skills orientation: Focus on social skills, communication, hygiene and routine habits.
- Anganwadi transformation: Expands Anganwadis beyond nutrition and health to early cognitive development.
- Digital and visual aids: Use of educational videos and activity-based tools.
- Institutional support: Implemented with technical support from UNICEF India for quality standards.
