Udaan, our flagship ECCE conference, annually brings together India’s most influential policymakers, educators, and experts to drive meaningful change in early childhood care and education.
In 2024, held under the theme “Where Science Meets Economics for Progressive ECCE,” the conference underscored why the early years matter; not just as a period of growth but as one of the most valuable investments a country can make. From cutting-edge neuroscience on early brain development to the policy and financial shifts needed for foundational learning, every discussion focused on unlocking potential for India’s youngest citizens.
Key Voices at Udaan 2024
Udaan 2024 featured a remarkable lineup of leaders who are at the forefront of reshaping India’s early childhood education landscape:
- Mr BVR Subrahmanyam, CEO, NITI Aayog
- Mr Sanjay Kumar, Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy
- Mr Abhishek Singh, CEO, Digital India
- Ms Mirai Chatterjee, Director, SEWA
- Mr Ashish Dhawan, Founder, The Convergence Foundation
In past years, we have hosted Dr V.K Paul, Member, NITI Aayog, Mr Indevar Pandey, Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development, Mr Karthik Muralidharan, Professor at University of California and Ms Amneet Kumar, Commissioner and Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development, Haryana Government.
A Collective Leap Forward
Watch the Udaan 2024 Playlist
Download the Udaan 2024 Essay Compendium