From Worry to Hope: How a Creche Changed Nirupama’s Story
Every working mother knows the challenge of balancing work and family, but
for Asha Tigga, the question was even more difficult: who would care for her
infant daughter while she was away serving the community? Asha works as a Home
Guard in the Police Department and, with no other family members available to
look after her daughter during working hours, managing her professional
responsibilities alongside childcare had become a constant challenge.
For Asha and her family, the Pradhanpalli-2 Creche became a source of hope
and reassurance. Nirupama Kishan, born on 20 March 2025 to Asha Tigga and
Basanta Kishan, is a resident of Pradhanpalli. For the past six months, Asha
has regularly brought Nirupama to the creche before leaving for duty. Knowing
that her daughter is safe, cared for and surrounded by a nurturing environment
has given Asha the peace of mind she needs to carry out her responsibilities
with confidence.
At the creche, Nirupama is receiving much more than care. Her days are
filled with play-based learning, storytelling, rhymes, early learning
activities and opportunities to interact with other children. She also receives
nutritious food, affection and attentive care from the creche workers. With
regular attendance, Nirupama has gradually become more active, cheerful and
confident. Her daily experiences at the creche are helping her develop
age-appropriate communication, social and cognitive skills while encouraging
her natural curiosity and love for learning.
For Asha, the transformation is equally meaningful. The creche has eased
the burden of childcare and enabled her to continue her employment without
compromising her daughter’s early development. She can now focus on her duties
knowing that Nirupama is in a safe and supportive environment where her needs
are being understood and cared for.
The Pradhanpalli-2 Creche, operated by Niyatee Foundation with the support
of OMBADC, District Mineral Foundation (DMF) and District Social Welfare Office
(DSWO), Sundargarh, demonstrates how quality community-based childcare can
create meaningful change in the lives of both children and their families.
Nirupama’s story is a reminder that when a child receives the right care,
nutrition, stimulation and affection during the early years, the benefits
extend far beyond the child. A safe creche gives parents the confidence to
work, families the strength to move forward, and children the opportunity to
begin their lives with confidence, dignity and hope.
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With Mother |
Outside the Creche |
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Learning Activity |
Nutrition Time |
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