In a recent high-level meeting, Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi reviewed the state's progress on various initiatives aimed at improving sports, early childhood education, nutrition, and higher education. Rastogi highlighted the importance of transparent and technology-driven governance in achieving the vision of 'Viksit Bharat'. Significant advancements have been made in transforming over 4,000 anganwadi centers into quality educational institutions for children aged zero to six, with enhanced facilities and training for 25,000 workers. The NIPUN Bharat Mission, aimed at improving foundational literacy and numeracy, will now extend to Grade 5 by March 2027. Additionally, the Haryana State Research Fund has been established with an initial allocation of ₹20 crore (approximately $2.4 million USD) to support research initiatives in higher education. The state is also preparing for the 2036 Olympics through the 'Vijayee Bhavah' program, which focuses on identifying and nurturing young athletic talent across districts. These initiatives reflect Haryana's commitment to fostering a robust educational and sports ecosystem.