The annual observance of Children's Day features competitions, games, and commemorative events hosted by schools and government bodies nationwide. Jawaharlal Nehru led the country from August 15, 1947, until his death on May 27, 1964, championing a modern, democratic, and scientific society. While India initially marked Children's Day on November 20 alongside the United Nations, Parliament changed the date to Nehru's birthday following his passing.
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National political figures honored India's first prime minister for his pivotal role duri…: National political figures honored India's first prime minister for his pivotal role during the freedom struggle and the nation's formative years.
November 14 continues to serve as Bal Diwas nationwide, marked by school competitions and…: November 14 continues to serve as Bal Diwas nationwide, marked by school competitions and official commemorative activities.
India's Children's Day date was permanently realigned from the United Nations standard to…: India's Children's Day date was permanently realigned from the United Nations standard to honor Nehru's legacy and love for children.
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Rahul remembers Nehru as 'jewel of India' (Picture from X handle of Supriya Shrinate)
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tribute to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on his 137th birth anniversary, which is also observed as Children's Day across the country.In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Paying tribute to former PM Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary."
Defence minister Rajnath Singh also paid homage to the country's first prime minister, recalling his contribution to India's freedom struggle and his leadership during the early years of independent India.In a post on X, Rajnath said, "On the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Ji, I pay my tributes to him. His contribution to India’s freedom struggle and his leadership as the first Prime Minister of independent India left an enduring imprint on the formative years of our nation."
Lok Sabha leader of opposition and former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi also paid tribute to Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary.In a post on X, Rahul described Nehru as the "jewel of India" and the country's first…
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