Indian preschoolers average 2.7 hours of screen time - far above paediatric guidelines. The Bachpan Manao campaign calls for a simple shift: less screen, more play

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

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

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

AI in education will help spark kids' thinking, don't replace it. Support struggle, free teachers, enable offline equity

The article critiques the growing reliance on data in education systems while emphasizing its boundaries

EkStep's toolkit celebrates 8 wonders (play, stories, nature) with easy activities: peek-a-boo for toddlers, gardening for 3-6s. No pressure - just joy in routines

Pod for Happiness is more than a playful shelter. It is a powerful idea that happiness grows where children are seen, heard, and included

A lullaby, or cradle song, is a soothing song or piece of music sung or played for children to help them sleep

Bachpan Ka Tyohaar celebrates childhood and encourages communities and Anganwadi centers to plan activities for children

In India, 62% of government schools lack playgrounds, denying children a healthy childhood. Prioritising play invests in their bright future

Bachpan Manao Sabha celebrates the joy and power of early childhood and helps educators share their stories of transformation from the ground up

"The more conversation, the better the brain will develop" - Prof. Usha Goswami. Simple parenting transforms children's futures

Letting the kids play freely will motivate them to reimagine creativity, develop cognitive thinking, and face risky situations

Play naturally fosters creativity, allowing children to tell stories, construct with twigs and rocks, and imagine shapes in clouds.

Bachpan Manao has launched First Songs' a repository of over 100 lullabies in 13 Indian languages collected from families across India

Play is essential for brain development, building neural pathways while enhancing problem-solving abilities and social skills in children

Teaching children about failure, anger management, and empathy is vital. Prioritising play over excessive screen time fosters healthy life

Play shapes young minds! From pretend games to outdoor adventures, every moment builds skills and happiness

Mrunal Shah, Founder of Sunday Bricks champions environments and interactions that allow children to thrive