Children's Day, also known as "Bal Diwas," is celebrated every year in India on November 14, marking the birth anniversary of India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru. Fondly called “Chacha Nehru” by children, he believed that the future of the nation lies in the hands of its children. Nehru emphasized the importance of providing a nurturing environment for children to help them grow into talented leaders and contribute to building a stronger India.

The day serves as a reminder to raise awareness about children’s rights, education, and their well-being. It is a special occasion to reflect on the need to create an environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.

Children’s Day is observed on November 14 each year to honor Nehru's love and affection for children. He took significant steps to support young ones, including the establishment of the Children’s Film Society India in 1955 to create films catered to young audiences.

Did You Know? While India celebrates Children’s Day on November 14, International Children’s Day is recognized on June 1, and World Children’s Day falls on November 20.

10 Inspiring Quotes to Celebrate Children’s Day

"Children are the world's most valuable resource and its best hope for the future." – John F. Kennedy

"Every child is a different kind of flower, and all together make this world a beautiful garden." – Unknown

"The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence." – Denis Waitley

"Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded." – Jess Lair

"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men." – Frederick Douglass

"A child’s mind is like a garden. If you plant the right seeds, you can help it grow into something beautiful." – Unknown

"Children are the hands by which we take hold of heaven." – Henry Ward Beecher

"The soul is healed by being with children." – Fyodor Dostoevsky

"A child can teach an adult three things: to be happy for no reason, to always be curious, and to fight tirelessly for something." – Paulo Coelho

"The best way to make children good is to make them happy." – Oscar Wilde

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