Children's Day – November 14, 2026

Expected Children's Day Deals

As Children’s Day approaches, the focus shifts from commercial deals to impactful initiatives supporting child welfare and education across India. Organizations like UNICEF India and Save the Children India often launch awareness campaigns, fundraising drives, and educational programs to highlight the needs of children. Corporate partners, such as Reliance Foundation and Tata Trust, frequently announce CSR initiatives, scholarships, and donation-matching programs to amplify their impact. Educational technology companies like Byju’s may offer free access to learning modules or special discounts on their platforms. We encourage participation in local community events, volunteering, or donating directly to reputable charities. We will update this page with confirmed live initiatives as November 14 approaches.

History of Children's Day

India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru was born to a family of Kashmiri Brahmans on November 14, 1889. His family, who were noted for their administrative aptitude and scholarship, had migrated to Delhi early in the 18th century. He was a son of Motilal Nehru, a renowned lawyer and leader of the Indian independence movement, who became one of Mahatma Gandi’s prominent associates. Jawaharlal was the eldest of four children, two of whom were girls. A sister, Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit, later became the first woman president of the United Nations General Assembly.

It is believed that Nehru was known as “Chacha Nehru” by children because he believed that children were the strength of India. However, as another story, the former Prime Minister was called “chacha” because of his closeness with Gandi, whom all referred to as ‘Bapu’. Hence, people suggested the nickname ‘chacha’ for Jawaharlal Nehru as he was seen as the younger brother of the father of the nation.

Nehru, under the guidance of Gandhi, turned out to be a leader of India’s struggle for independence in 1947. He laid the foundation of independent India as sovereign, socialist, secular, and a democratic republic. For this, Nehru is credited as the architect of modern India. 

After the death of Jawaharlal Nehru in 1964, a resolution was passed in the parliament unanimously to honor him, declaring his birth anniversary as the official date of Children’s Day. India used to celebrate Children’s Day on November 20 every year before 1956 as the United Nations, in 1954, had declared the day as Universal Children’s Day. Therefore, each year since then, November 14 is celebrated as Children’s Day in India to commemorate the birth anniversary of the country’s first PM.

Now, to mark Children’s Day, schools organize fun and motivational functions. Many prepare a Children’s Day speech. In many schools, children are asked to ditch school uniforms and wear party clothes. It’s a joyous occasion for all children, parents and teachers.