In a bid to celebrate Children’s Day as a “festival” this year, the Delhi government will be organising activities for students across the Capital, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said on Monday.
Speaking at a press conference, Mr. Sisodia, who also holds the education portfolio, announced that Delhi government schools and offices would be closed on November 14, Children’s Day. He said private schools would also be asked to close so children are able to enjoy the day.
Sports activities planned
He said activities, including sports and arts, and cultural programmes for children would be organised at around 100 locations in the city. NGOs, residents’ welfare associations and market associations have been asked to participate, Mr. Sisodia said, adding that the government would provide space for them to hold the events.
Referring to recent attacks on children inside government and private schools, the Deputy Chief Minister said there was a need for society to respect children.
Plea to private offices
“We need to get out of the mindset that one’s own children are children but other’s children are objects. We will celebrate Children’s Day as a Delhi for Children festival this year,” he said.
He encouraged private offices to also close and individuals to take out time in their day to celebrate with the children.
