Children's Day is celebrated across India to raise awareness about the rights, education, and welfare of children. It is also known as ‘Bal Diwas’ . he day celebrates the spirit of childhood and all schools across the country organise various events and fun activities for children on this day. Children’s Day has also become an apt occasion to focus on the rights, well-being and holistic growth of children.
In 1948, the precursor to the Indian Council of Child Welfare (ICCW) marked the inaugural Children’s Day as Flower Day, using flower tokens to support underprivileged children. The celebration gained momentum on July 30, 1949, with widespread participation through radio broadcasts and films. In 1951, inspired by England’s Flag Day, V M Kulkarni, a United Nations Social Welfare Fellow, proposed celebrating Pandit Nehru’s birthday as Flag Day to raise funds for NGOs focused on child welfare. Although initially hesitant, Nehru agreed, leading to the official naming of Children’s Day in 1954.
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