CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF ECCE IMPLEMENTATION: NEW EDUCATION POLICY 2020 PERSPECTIVES

The Government of India's New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 marks a transformational shift in the education system by introducing formal education from the foundational stage, starting at LKG and UKG, rather than from Class 1. This paper critically examines the challenges, opportunities, and management strategies involved in executing this decision. This paper analyzes government readiness, teacher recruitment, curriculum development, infrastructural needs, and societal response. Finally, the paper proposes actionable recommendations and concludes with the potential long-term impact on India's educational ecosystem.