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

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

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

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

Children learn not just from what we teach, but from how we attend. They watch our faces and sense our focus—or lack of it

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

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

The Voices of Play initiative aimed to build a Play Manifesto, crafted by the children themselves, with support from REACH Collective, Shiksharth, and EkStep Foundation

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

Play is how children learn best. It's not extra. It's essential.

Learn the importance of responsive relationships, language-rich environments, routines, and active play in fostering your child's brain development

Play is a vital component of a child's growth. It can be integrated into everyday activities,transforming mundane tasks into good learning experiences

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

Bachpan Manao seeks to enhance early childhood growth by highlighting the significance of play in nurturing young minds