Urban Childhood Matters: Building a Voice for Early Childhood Development in India's Cities

Urban childhood is a growing reality - map children, listen to Anganwadi workers, and build child-friendly cities where every young child can learn and play

From cramped rented rooms to purpose-built commons: anganwadi centres are the invisible infrastructure of Indian cities. Recognise and invest in them, and you rebuild urban life from the ground up

Experts, educators and changemakers came together to discuss why play is essential for learning, growth and childhood well-being

Every government school in the district will begin the new academic year with one hour of play from June 15

Play is not a luxury - it's essential infrastructure for every child. Giving kids time, space and permission to play builds the brain's core

AI that replaces human attention can quietly take from children's development. The simple test: does the tool strengthen human relationships - or compete with them?

Children across 10 states contribute drawings, stories and reflections as part of the Voices of Play initiative

Bachpan Manao's latest offering looks at why curiosity and hands-on learning matter in a child's early years

A gentle reminder that the magic of childhood already exists in everyday moments

Neha Dhupia shares Bachpan is Gr8 tips: Free play sparks creativity, grandparents foster confidence, play builds skills, and nature with quiet time nurtures growth