Ludhiana, Jan. 29 -- To improve early childhood education and ensure the safety of young children, the Punjab department of social security, women and child development has made registration mandatory for all private playway schools, but the response in Ludhiana district has been slow, with only two out of 256 playway schools registered so far.

The registration process, which began last year, is part of the state's efforts to strengthen the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) framework that focuses on the overall development and well-being of children aged between three and six years. Officials said the registration process is aimed at ensuring that playway schools provide a safe, secure and child-friendly learning environment.

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