Strengthening coordination with integrated child development service (ICDS)
To strengthen coordination with the ICDS system and share progress on the completion of the first year of the Creche Initiative Project, the Agragami India team, led by the Program Manager and Capacity Building Manager, held a productive meeting with the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), Mohanpur Block, on 13th August 2026. The discussion covered […]
Recognizing excellence: celebrating dedicated creche caregivers
The Creche Initiative Project has launched a Caregiver Recognition Initiative to appreciate and motivate caregivers for their dedication and commitment to quality childcare. The initiative aims to promote ownership, excellence, and continuous improvement across all creche centres. Creche centres are assessed against six key indicators: Infrastructure, Safety & Security, Average Monthly Child Attendance, Child Retention, […]
Growth monitoring driving positive nutrition outcomes across 40 Creche Centers
Monthly growth monitoring across 40 Creche Centers under the Creche Initiative Project is contributing to healthier growth and improved development among young children. As of June 2026, a total of 834 children were enrolled, of whom 695 (83.3%) underwent growth assessments. The assessments identified 240 children (34.5%) with severe undernutrition, 99 children (14.2%) with moderate […]
Achieving the target of opening 40 creche centers against all odds
The Creche Project has successfully established 40 Creche Centers in its first year, expanding access to quality childcare services for vulnerable children and working families. Despite challenges such as last-minute withdrawal of consent by landlords and delays caused by labour shortages, the project team, with strong community support and local coordination, ensured the timely operationalization […]
Five-day creche caregivers training concludes at musarsabda dangra Center
The final batch of Creche Caregivers Training under the Creche Project was held at Musarsabda Dangra Centre from 12th to 16th June, including a one-day exposure visit and four days of non-residential training. Altogether, nine caregivers participated in interactive sessions involving group discussions, role plays, practical demonstrations, and hands-on exercises. The exposure visit provided practical […]
Innovative paddy straw roofing keeps creche centers cooler : Creche initiative project
With summer temperatures soaring across Gaya district and frequent power outages adding to the discomfort, children and caregivers at creche centers with asbestos roofs have been facing challenging conditions. In response, a simple and innovative heat-mitigation measure has been introduced on a pilot basis in selected creche centers. To reduce indoor temperatures, a layer of […]
From voices to confidence
The Kavi Sammelan (Poetry Recitation – Final Round), organized on 01 April 2026 at Agragami India Office, Silounja under the Tarraki Project’s Talent Discovery and Development Program, successfully provided a vibrant platform for adolescents to showcase their creativity, confidence, and self-expression through poetry. The event followed a three-tier selection process from club (1046 participants) to […]
Strengthening creche management through community participation
The Creche Management Committee (CMC) is formed to ensure the effective functioning of creche centres through active community participation. It plays a key role in addressing operational challenges and strengthening the overall management of the centres. The committee comprises parents or guardians of enrolled children, creche caregivers, and Anganwadi Workers (AWWs), ASHA workers, members of […]
Training for creche caregivers concluded
3rd batch residential training program for Creche Caregivers under the Creche Project was held from 12th to 15th March 2026 held at Hotel Bodhgaya Gautam, Domuhan Road, Bodhgaya to strengthen the quality of childcare services concluded successfully. The training with 25 Caregiver participants aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills in providing safe, nurturing, and […]
Successful opening and operationalization of 20 creche centers
In a significant step towards strengthening early childhood care and support mothers 20 Creche Centers with 334 children enrolled have been successfully opened and made fully operational across the project villages of Mohanpur Block villages with additional 20 more coming up in next month. The crèches Centers are ensuring proper care, nutrition support, hygiene practices, […]