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Indian Express
12-05-2025
- Indian Express
Delhi Police launches ‘Nayi Disha' initiative to reintegrate school dropouts to education system
In an effort to reduce school dropout rates, Delhi Police has launched a community outreach initiative titled 'Nayi Disha – A Path Back to Learning' to bring out-of-school children back into the education system. Under the initiative, police personnel are visiting the homes of school dropouts, engaging directly with children and their families to identify the reasons behind leaving school and encourage them to resume their education, officials said. The programme reflects the Delhi Police's commitment to ensuring that every child is given a second chance at education, they said. 'This is more than just law enforcement. It's about mentorship and trust-building,' Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) (East) Abhishek Dhania said. Police officers are also coordinating with local schools, NGOs and social workers to provide a range of support services — from facilitating admissions to offering emotional counselling and academic assistance. Several students who had dropped out due to financial constraints, domestic issues or personal setbacks have already begun returning to classrooms, the DCP said. 'We are not just knocking on doors, we are opening them,' he said, adding that the programme marks a shift in policing — ?from protection to empowerment. Based on its sucess, Delhi police plans to expand the initiative across other districts.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Time of India
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. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
