Nalanda District Magistrate Mandates Full Child Enrollment in Government Schools
In a decisive move to bolster education access, Nalanda District Magistrate Kundan Kumar has issued a strict directive to officials, demanding 100% enrollment of children aged six years and above from anganwadi centers into nearby government primary schools. The order, issued during a weekly coordination review meeting on Monday, emphasizes that no eligible child should be excluded from this initiative, which falls under the School Chalo Abhiyan campaign.
Comprehensive Database and Mapping for Enrollment
Chairing the meeting with district, subdivision, and block-level technical and non-technical officials, the DM instructed the district programme officer (ICDS) and the district education officer to develop a thorough database and mapping system for these children. This effort aims to streamline the enrollment process by identifying and facilitating their admission to the nearest government schools, ensuring a seamless transition from early childhood care to formal education.
Review of Malmas Mela 2026 and Seven Resolves–3 Programme
The meeting also focused on preparations for the upcoming Malmas Mela in 2026 and the implementation of the Bihar government's Seven Resolves–3 programme. Special attention was given to the seventh resolve, Sabka Samman–Jeevan Aasan (Ease of Living), which seeks to reduce difficulties faced by citizens in accessing government services. This initiative underscores the administration's commitment to improving public service delivery and enhancing citizen satisfaction.
Enhanced Public Grievance Redressal Mechanisms
To improve accessibility and accountability, the DM directed officials at all levels—from gram panchayat to district offices—to remain available in their offices on two working days every week, specifically Monday and Friday, to hear public grievances. In cases where an officer is unable to attend due to unavoidable reasons, an authorized officer must be designated to meet visitors. Additionally, basic facilities such as seating arrangements, drinking water, and toilets must be provided, and registers should be maintained to record complaints and their disposal status.
Expedited Complaint Resolution and Land Dispute Settlements
Reviewing the district Janata Darbar, Kumar instructed officials to ensure speedy disposal of all complaints received in 2026 and to update action-taken reports on Google Docs for transparency. He also emphasized the need to expedite the settlement of land dispute cases, which often hinder development projects and community harmony.
Infrastructure and Technical Compliance Measures
Technical departments were instructed to obtain no-objection certificates (NOCs) from landowners before undertaking construction of roads, buildings, and bridges, to prevent legal issues and ensure smooth project execution. The executive engineer of the minor irrigation division was directed to remove encroachments from pynes and ahars, ensuring unobstructed irrigation to agricultural fields and supporting local farmers.
Focus on Social Security and Public Health
Officials were also tasked with disposing of pending cases related to social security schemes, aiming to provide timely benefits to eligible beneficiaries. The public health engineering department was asked to ensure prompt resolution of tap water complaints during summer months through quick response teams equipped with mobile vehicles, spare motors, and mechanics, addressing critical water supply issues.
Additional Administrative Directives
Further directives included expediting work related to mutation processes, ration card applications, flood protection embankments, and health services. The agriculture department was instructed to assess crop damage caused by fire incidents and ensure compensation for affected farmers, highlighting a holistic approach to public welfare and administrative efficiency.
