Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, on Saturday on his birth anniversary. The country observes November 14 as Children’s Day, also known as Bal Diwas, to mark the occasion.
In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi remembered the late Prime Minister and wrote, “Paying tribute to late PM Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary.”
Paying tribute to former PM Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 14, 2026
India celebrates Children’s Day on November 14 in recognition of Nehru’s affection for children. Children fondly called him ‘Chacha Nehru’. He believed that children shaped the nation’s future and that their education, upbringing and overall development played a vital role in national progress.
Nehru consistently highlighted the need to nurture young minds and provide them with opportunities to learn and grow. His vision for a progressive India placed strong emphasis on children’s welfare and education.
India observed Children’s Day on November 20 before Nehru’s death in 1964. The date coincided with the United Nations’ observance of World Children’s Day. Following his demise, Parliament adopted a resolution to mark his birth anniversary as Children’s Day, recognising his contribution to children’s welfare and his affection for them. Since then, November 14 has become an annual occasion for celebrations across the country.
The day also highlights the importance of protecting children’s rights and ensuring access to quality education, healthcare and opportunities for holistic development. It reminds families, schools and society of their responsibility to provide children with a safe and supportive environment.
Schools and educational institutions celebrate the occasion through cultural programmes and recreational activities. Students take part in dance performances, songs, skits, fancy dress competitions, storytelling sessions and poetry recitations. Many schools also organise sports events, games and creative activities.
Teachers discuss Nehru’s life and his views on education during special assemblies. These celebrations allow students to showcase their talents, build confidence and enjoy activities beyond their regular academic routine.
Children’s Day reinforces the importance of a happy, healthy and enriching childhood while renewing the focus on children’s education, welfare and future.
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