Overview
- India observes Children’s Day on November 14 to honor Jawaharlal Nehru, widely known as Chacha Nehru for his affection toward children.
- The Government of India formally designated November 14 as National Children’s Day in 1957 during an Indian Council of Child Welfare ceremony attended by President Rajendra Prasad and Nehru.
- Reports differ on the first observance, citing either a July 30, 1949 celebration or a 1954 national event at Delhi’s National Stadium attended by more than 50,000 schoolchildren.
- Some outlets report the 2025 theme as “For Every Child, Every Right,” though official attribution remains limited in current coverage.
- Schools typically mark the day with teacher‑led programs, book gifting, competitions, and occasional holidays, and Nehru’s legacy includes founding the Children’s Film Society in 1955.