Balvatikas in UP schools usher in new era of pre-primary education under Yogi government

Pre-primary education in Uttar Pradesh has received a major boost under the Yogi government’s education reforms, with Balvatikas in government schools transforming learning for children aged 3 to 6 years.

Established in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, more than 70,000 Balvatikas equipped with modern facilities are now laying a strong foundation for the mental, physical, and social development of children.

These colorful and playful classrooms are designed to build social skills, creativity, and confidence in young learners. Officials said children entering Class 1 are now better prepared both mentally and socially, with visible improvements in school readiness and interest in learning.

On Independence Day 2025, 5,118 Balvatikas were ceremoniously inaugurated across the state. At the launch, children actively participated in songs, dances, skits, and painting activities, while parents and local representatives welcomed the initiative, calling it a milestone in making quality education accessible at the community level.

Balvatikas are equipped with child-friendly furniture, outdoor play equipment, learning corners, and activity-based Wonder Boxes. Children are also provided with practice books, stationery, and other teaching-learning materials. Trained Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE) educators are being deployed in every school to ensure joyful and holistic learning.

Speaking on the initiative, basic education minister Sandeep Singh said, “Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and with our progressive vision, Balvatikas are now providing structured pre-primary education—similar to Nursery, LKG, and UKG—within govt schools. This is enhancing children’s overall development, learning interest, and confidence. The initiative has become a symbol of both a brighter future for our children and new benchmarks in early education across Uttar Pradesh.”

Officials added that the project is also strengthening community participation in education, with parents expressing happiness that quality early education is now available closer to home.

Key highlights

- Over 70,000 Balvatikas in Uttar Pradesh are fully functional and equipped with educational facilities.

- Children aged 3–6 are gaining enhanced social skills, creativity, and confidence.

- Visible improvements in school readiness, interest in learning, and early education quality.

- Modern facilities include child-friendly furniture, colorful classrooms, outdoor play equipment, learning corners, and Wonder Boxes.

- On Independence Day 2025, 5,118 Balvatikas were inaugurated with active student participation in cultural and creative activities.

- Parents and local representatives welcomed the initiative, highlighting increased community participation in education.

- Trained ECCE educators are being deployed in every Balvatika to ensure joyful learning and holistic child development.