Maharshtra flags early childhood gaps, pushes stronger intervention in first 1,000 days
Maharashtra's Chief Secretary highlighted persistent gaps in women's nutrition and early childhood development despite economic strengths. A state meeting focused on strengthening early care and education systems, emphasizing the crucial "Golden 1,000 Days." The launch of the Maharashtra Divyang Protocol and leveraging technology for anganwadi improvements were key discussions, underscoring the need for public-private collaboration.
