Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a significant educational reform aimed at integrating anganwadi pre-school classes with Sishu Vatikas in government schools, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This integration is set to commence in the 2025-26 academic session, with the goal of establishing a stronger educational foundation for children aged five and six. Currently, Sishu Vatika 3 operates in 45,042 government schools, catering to young learners. The CM emphasized that this phased integration will enhance the overall educational framework, supporting primary through higher secondary education. Additionally, the state is investing ₹6-7 crore (approximately $720,000 to $840,000 USD) for constructing model primary schools at the gram panchayat level, aimed at holistic student development. The Khadi Chhuan Divas, celebrated to promote traditional values, also seeks to encourage student enrollment by fostering a respectful and engaging learning atmosphere.