Initially, about 500 Van Gujjars showed their interest in such an arrangement and thus the literacy programme kicked off with these families.
UNESCO: Teaching the Nomads in the Wild
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The programme was unique in the sense that volunteers adapted themselves to the lifestyle of the Gujjars and there was no disruption of teaching during migration.
UNESCO: Teaching the Nomads in the Wild
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To maintain the continuity of education during summers when Gujjars trek along with their herds of cattle to the upper reaches of the Himalayas, these voluntary teachers joined the Gujjar caravan.