A CHILDREN’S DAY TO REMEMBER

Earlier this Children’s Day, the Anganwadi Centres of Bahraich came together for more than a celebration. They gathered to honour the promise, potential, and dignity of every child. As part of the Learn. Play. Grow. initiative in Uttar Pradesh, supported by Marico Limited’s Nihar Shanti Pathshala Funwala program, the event brought the community together around […]
Gaga for Growth

Early childhood, spanning the first six to eight years of life, is universally recognized as a foundational period for lifelong development, critically shaping health, learning, and behavior. In India, the evolving social fabric, marked by shifting family structures and increased maternal employment, has gradually led to a decline in traditional informal childcare, highlighting the growing […]
EWB and Early Childhood Care in India

Emotional Well-Being (EWB) for children refers to a child’s ability to recognize, manage, and express their emotions in a constructive manner. According to the World Health Organization, EWB for children up to age 8 includes the capability to express feelings, develop relationships, and handle emotional challenges within supportive environments. Early childhood is a critical period […]
Event Recap: The Early Foundations, Bright Futures Roundtable

Earlier this year, in Lucknow, key stakeholders in early childhood education came together to explore how children in Uttar Pradesh can learn, play, and thrive. On 6th August 2025, Marico Limited and Sesame Workshop India Trust (SWIT ) co-hosted the “Early Foundations, Bright Futures” roundtable, bringing over 80 participants from government, CSR, academia, and civil society […]