Bharathi Palanisamy

Perceptions, barriers and facilitators of ICDS preschool enrollment among mothers in rural Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme is India’s cornerstone programme for early childhood care and education (ECCE), which is delivered through Anganwadi Centres (AWCs). Despite its extensive reach, enrolment and attendance remain uneven. Understanding parental...