Overview
- Children’s Day, or Bal Diwas, is observed nationwide on November 14 to mark the birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru, affectionately known as Chacha Nehru.
- Schools plan special programmes such as games, competitions, performances and assemblies, with some shifting to half-days or offering a holiday for students.
- News outlets are circulating Nehru’s inspirational quotes, greeting messages, photos and ready-to-share wishes ahead of the celebrations.
- Lifestyle coverage offers activity ideas for families and classrooms, including drawing contests, skits, outdoor games, teacher performances, photo booths and “yes day” surprises.
- Background pieces note India’s choice of Nov. 14 rather than the UN’s Nov. 20, with some reports tracing a move from Nov. 20 after 1964 and others citing an earlier July 30, 1949 observance, while underscoring Nehru’s education legacy including IIT, IIM and AIIMS.