Strengthening Social Infrastructure: Bihar’s PPP Model for Special Education
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The Bihar government has initiated a public-private partnership model to establish 'Chaman', a specialized day-care facility for children with mental disabilities in Patna, aiming to enhance institutional support for vulnerable populations.
The Directorate of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities in Bihar has recently issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) inviting NGOs and trusts to manage 'Chaman', a dedicated day-care special school in Patna. This initiative marks a strategic shift in the state’s approach to social welfare, moving toward a collaborative model that leverages the grassroots expertise of the non-profit sector to address the needs of children with mental disabilities.
For decades, the state has struggled with the dual challenge of limited institutional capacity and the need for specialized care for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. By outsourcing the operational management of 'Chaman' to experienced NGOs, the government aims to ensure that 50 children receive targeted therapeutic and educational support. This model of 'governance through partnership' is essential in the social sector, where the state provides the regulatory framework and funding, while civil society organizations provide the specialized human resources and empathetic service delivery required for vulnerable groups.
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