As we all know that today is children’s day Children’s Day is celebrated across India to increase awareness of children’s rights, care and education ..It is celebrated on 14th November every year, the first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru, is called ‘Chacha Nehru’, on the birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru.The celebration of Children’s Day in India dates back to 1959. Prior to the death of Jawaharlal Nehru, India was celebrating Children’s Day on November 20 (the date observed as Universal Children’s Day by the United Nations). After the death of Jawaharlal Nehru in 1964, it was unanimously decided to celebrate his birthday as Children’s Day in India..
Children’s day is celebrated all over India to honor children and Jawaharlal Nehru on his birthday. There are many functions, events and programs organized in schools and other organization. Many government departments, corporate institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) announce various schemes and organize a variety of competitions and events for the children. Many schools have cultural programs in which teachers get involved and perform for the students. Special television and radio programs are aired for children on this day. For children, this is a day of joy, freedom and to engage in fun. Children’s film festivals are also organized on this day.
