Nipun Lakshay

The “Nipun Lakshya” targets are part of the National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy (NIPUN Bharat) mission, which aims to ensure that every child in India gains foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN) by the end of Grade 3 by the year 2026-27. This initiative is critical for enabling children to perform basic arithmetic operations and read with comprehension, which are fundamental for future learning and academic success.

Here are the key targets of NIPUN Bharat:

1. Achievement of Learning Outcomes: Ensure that all children by Grade 3 are proficient in foundational literacy and numeracy.

2.Developmental Goals:

• Children maintain good health and well-being.
• Develop effective communication skills.
• Foster curiosity and creativity.

3. Classroom Objectives:

• Implement activity-based, joyful, and experiential learning approaches.
• Use of age-appropriate teaching methods.
• Focus on holistic development of children, encompassing cognitive, social, and emotional skills.

4. Teacher Training and Support:

• Continuous professional development for teachers.
• Provision of adequate resources and support systems for teachers.

5. Assessment and Monitoring:

• Regular assessments to monitor progress in FLN.
• Using data to inform teaching practices and policy decisions.

6. Community and Parental Engagement:

• Active involvement of parents and communities in children’s learning.
• Sensitizing parents about the importance of foundational learning.

The success of NIPUN Bharat depends on the coordinated efforts of multiple stakeholders, including educators, parents, community members, and government bodies, to create an environment conducive to foundational learning for young children.
LAKSHYA OR TARGETS FOR FOUNDATIONAL LITERACY (PDF 1.8 MB)