Children’s Day (Bal Diwas) is celebrated across India every year on November 14 to commemorate the birth anniversary of India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, fondly known as “Chacha Nehru” for his deep affection for young ones and his belief that children are the true strength of a nation—like delicate buds in a garden that must be carefully and lovingly nurtured. Originally observed on November 20 alongside the United Nations’ Universal Children’s Day, the date was shifted to November 14 following a unanimous Parliamentary resolution after Pandit Nehru’s passing in May 1964, honouring his lifelong commitment to youth welfare and his vision in establishing premier institutions like the IITs, AIIMS, IIMs, and the Children’s Film Society India. Today, while schools and institutions mark the day with joyful cultural performances, debates, sports, sweets, and special programmes by teachers, Bal Diwas also serves as a vital reminder to protect children’s rights, eliminate child labour, and ensure every child receives equal access to quality education, nutrition, healthcare, and a safe environment to grow and thrive.
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