Haryana’s “Pravesh Utsav” 2025: A Step Toward Zero Dropout and Quality Education

Haryana’s “Pravesh Utsav” 2025: A Step Toward Zero Dropout and Quality Education

On March 21, 2025, the Haryana School Shiksha Pariyojna Parishad (HSSPP), under the Government of Haryana, issued a directive (Order No. 05/सhC/28252-2820) to all district education officers, block officers, school heads, and management committees. The goal? To make Haryana a “zero dropout state” and kick off the 2025-26 academic session with a grand “Pravesh Utsav” (Admission Festival) from March 23 to April 30, 2025. This initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the Right to Education (RTE) Act 2009, aiming to ensure every child from pre-primary to age 18 is part of the education mainstream.

Haryana’s “Pravesh Utsav” 2025: A Step Toward Zero Dropout and Quality Education

Why “Pravesh Utsav”?

The document highlights a critical mission: achieving 100% enrollment and retention for children aged 6–14, as mandated by RTE Sections 2 and 3, while providing quality education. NEP 2020 adds urgency, targeting 100% Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) by 2030 and boosting higher education GER from 28% to 50%. Haryana’s education department sees this as a collective responsibility—teachers, school leaders, and communities must work together to eliminate dropouts and elevate school standards.

Welfare Measures for Schools

HSSPP outlines several steps to transform government schools into hubs of excellence:

• Infrastructure Boost: Establishment of 1,420 Government Model Sanskriti Primary Schools (GMSPS), 146 Senior Secondary Schools (GMSSSS), and 124 PM Shri Schools with modern facilities.
• Tech Integration: Free tablets with 2GB internet for students in Classes 10–12, plus activity-based learning tools for teachers.
• Early Education: Balvatika-3 classes under the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) framework in primary schools.
• Inclusive Support: Special provisions like coding classes and transportation for Children with Special Needs (CWSN).

These efforts reflect Haryana’s commitment to free, quality education, backed by a robust budget and continuous programs.

Key Dates and Actions

The “Pravesh Utsav” rollout is meticulously planned:

• March 23–April 1, 2025: Preparation and awareness campaigns, including banners and community outreach to promote school facilities.
• April 1, 2025: Admission begins across all government schools, alongside annual exam result declarations and immediate textbook distribution.
• April 2, 2025: Seamless transition for Class 5 and 8 passers to Classes 6 and 9, with school heads ensuring enrollment in nearby higher schools if needed.
• Ongoing Efforts: Door-to-door surveys to identify and enroll out-of-school children, especially from private schools, with personal counseling for reluctant parents.

Special Focus on CWSN

For Children with Special Needs, the transition to new schools is a challenge. Special Teachers are tasked with:

• Ensuring mandatory enrollment and monitoring each child’s admission process.
• Facilitating adjustment with barrier-free classrooms, seating, and lighting.
• Transferring Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to new teachers, detailing strengths and needs.
• Arranging transport and fostering peer inclusion through training.

From Private to Public

To attract students from private schools, the department emphasizes better facilities, qualified teachers, and zero-cost education in government schools. Schools will conduct local surveys, display banners in markets, and engage parents directly to highlight these advantages.

Timeline Snapshot

A detailed table (Table 7) outlines responsibilities:

• March 23: Launch of “Pravesh Utsav” by state and district officials.
• March 24–28: Awareness drives by school heads, teachers, and Panchayats.
• April 1: Admission kickoff and result day.
• April 2: Enrollment confirmation for transitioning students.
• April 3: Final checks by school heads.

The Bigger Picture

“Pravesh Utsav” isn’t just an event—it’s a movement to ensure no child is left behind. By leveraging NEP 2020’s vision, Haryana aims to set a national benchmark in enrollment, retention, and educational quality. For parents, it’s a call to trust government schools; for educators, it’s a mandate to act with urgency and empathy.

As the academic session 2025-26 approaches, Haryana’s education landscape is poised for transformation. Will it achieve zero dropouts? The answer lies in the hands of its schools and communities—starting this March 23.