Lucknow, Jan. 29 -- In Uttar Pradesh, Parishad education is evolving beyond textbooks and examinations to focus on nurturing children's self-respect, life skills, and overall personality development.

Under the leadership and guidance of Basic Education Minister Sandeep Singh, the Basic Education Department is giving shape to this vision through the 'Pragati Swabhiman Aur Safalta Ki Aur 2.0' Bal Utsav, with an approved budget of Rs186.60 lakh.

The initiative provides children from the district to the state level with a platform to showcase their talents and move ahead with confidence.

This Bal Utsav is being organised under the Project Approval Board 2025-26 through the state-level MMMER component. Education is no longer confined only to ...