The Directorate of Women Development, Punjab, has issued a complete guideline for organizations interested in applying for Day Care Center registration under the Punjab government’s daycare initiative.
The program is being carried out under the special initiative of Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif to support working women and working parents across the province. Through this initiative, Day Care Centers are being established in different organizations to provide safe, secure, and child-friendly childcare facilities during working hours.
According to the official awareness material, the Punjab government has planned 650 Day Care Centers across the province, out of which 350 are already operational. The initiative is being implemented through the Punjab Day Care Fund, which aims to help women participate more actively in the workforce while ensuring the care, safety, and early development of children.
For many working mothers, childcare remains one of the biggest challenges in continuing a professional career. A proper Day Care Center at the workplace can reduce stress for parents and provide children with a supervised environment. Organizations interested in setting up or registering a Day Care Center can apply online through the e-WDD Portal.
The Punjab Day Care Center initiative is designed to support workplaces in establishing childcare facilities for employees. The purpose is to provide working parents, especially women, with a safe place where their children can stay during office hours or work.
The facility is particularly important for women who leave jobs or face difficulty continuing work due to childcare responsibilities. With a Day Care Center available at or near the workplace, mothers can focus on their professional duties while staying assured that their children are being cared for in a safe environment.
The facility is mainly for organizations that want to establish or register a Day Care Center at their workplace.
The following types of organizations may apply:
Applicants must ensure that their organization has suitable space and the basic arrangements required for setting up a Day Care Center.
Applicants must upload the following documents while submitting the online application:
Organizations can apply for Day Care Center registration by following these steps:
Step 1: Register on the e-WDD Portal
The applicant organization must first register itself on the e-WDD Portal. During registration, basic information about the organization and the user account will be required.
Step 2: Log in using credentials
After registration, log in to the portal using the registered username and password. Make sure the login details are saved safely for future use.
Step 3: Open the Day Care Registration Form
After logging in, open the Day Care Registration Form from the portal dashboard. This form is used to submit the organization’s request for Day Care Center registration.
Step 4: Enter Organization Details
Fill in the required organization details carefully. This may include the name of the organization, address, contact number, email address, type of organization, and other basic information.
Step 5: Add Contact Details
Provide the correct contact information of the relevant person who will communicate with the department regarding the application.
Step 6: Provide Employee and Children Information
Enter details about employees and the number of children expected to benefit from the Day Care Center. This information helps the department assess the need and category of the proposed facility.
Step 7: Add Banking Details
The organization will have to provide banking details for official processing. These details should be accurate and belong to the relevant organization.
Step 8: Add Focal Person Details
Applicants must add the details of the focal person. The focal person must be registered on the portal before the application is submitted.
This is an important step because the focal person will be responsible for coordination, communication, and follow-up regarding the application.
Step 9: Upload Required Documents
Upload the required documents, including the Authority Letter, Building Readiness Document, and Site Map.
Before uploading, check that all files are readable and complete.
Step 10: Review Mandatory Fields
Review all mandatory fields marked with a red asterisk. Do not submit the form until all required fields and documents are complete.
Step 11: Submit the Application
After reviewing the form and attachments, submit the application through the portal. Once submitted, the application will move to the official review and verification process.
The Day Care Center initiative offers several benefits for working parents, children, and organizations.
For working mothers, it provides peace of mind and helps them continue their jobs. For children, it offers a safe and supervised space during working hours. For organizations, it improves employee retention, supports women-friendly workplaces, and creates a better working environment.
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