Police initiative to help school dropouts
New Delhi: In a bid to tackle school dropout rates and steer children back towards education,
East District Police
has launched a compassionate community outreach initiative called '
Nayi Disha
– A Path Back to Learning'.As part of the programme, police officers are personally visiting the homes of school dropouts, engaging with students and their families to understand the reasons behind their withdrawal and encourage re-enrolment.
The initiative has been started to reflects
Delhi Police
's belief that every child deserves a second chance at education, regardless of their past struggles."This is more than policing, it's mentorship. Officers are connecting with families, earning their trust, and helping children rediscover the value of education," said DCP (east) Abhishek Dhania.
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