BHU, UP govt sign MoU for holistic devpt of children at Juvenile Centre

Varanasi: Banaras Hindu University and the the department of Women and Child Development, UP have signed an MoU to work together for the holistic development of children living at the Juvenile Centre in Ramnagar. Drawing upon each other’s expertise and institutional strengths, the two bodies will collaborate to create meaningful opportunities for the children’s growth and overall development. The initiative is expected to serve as a model for helping children who have faced difficult circumstances move towards a brighter and more secure future.

The MoU was signed between BHU registrar Prof Arun Kumar Singh and DM Satyendra Kumar on Friday in presence of BHU vice-chancellor Prof Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi.

The agreement seeks to create new avenues for development through the combined capabilities of both institutions. Under the arrangement, BHU will provide support for the educational, cultural, health and life skills development of children residing at the Juvenile Centre in Ramnagar, Varanasi. At the same time, BHU students will gain opportunities for experiential and practical learning, internships, training and research. The collaboration is also expected to contribute to the personality development, leadership skills and employability of the children.

Prof Chaturvedi said through innovative programmes and activities, the university would help children build skills, leadership qualities and self-confidence, enabling them to approach life with renewed confidence and a positive outlook. Prof.

The DM said innovative and sustained efforts are required to support their personality development and strengthen their self-confidence so that they can find direction and integrate more easily into mainstream society. District Judge Sanjeev Shukla emphasized that organised and institutional efforts are essential for the holistic development of girls residing in such institutions.

Under the MoU, the two institutions will collaborate in several areas, including education—particularly mathematics, science and digital literacy—along with training workshops, internships and research projects. They will also jointly work on sports and physical development, arts and culture, life skills, personality development, health and nutrition, and career guidance. While BHU’s expertise in academics, leadership training, skill development and sports is expected to open new opportunities for children living in juvenile centres, BHU students will also gain valuable practical exposure and research experience through field engagement and interaction with these children.