New Delhi, Dec 25 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu will confer the prestigious ‘Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar’ to children who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in diverse fields during a special ceremony on Friday at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. This year, 20 children from 18 states and union territories have been selected for the honour.
The Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, will observe Veer Bal Diwas at the national level on Friday to commemorate the courage, sacrifice, and exemplary values of India’s young heroes. The PMRBP will be conferred upon children for exceptional bravery, achievements in art & culture, environment, social service, science & technology, and sports.
The national-level programme of ‘Veer Bal Diwas 2025’ will be organised at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Friday. The national observance will be graced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will address the children and youth of India and underscore the role of young citizens in nation-building.
The programme will highlight stories of bravery, resilience, and selfless service to inspire children and youth, reaffirming the Government of India’s commitment to nurturing empowered and responsible citizens in line with Viksit Bharat@2047. union Women and Child Development Minister Annpurna Devi will deliver the welcome address.
The programme will witness participation from schoolchildren, PMRBP awardees, and dignitaries from across the country. Cultural performances showcasing India’s rich civilisational heritage and the spirit of bravery will form an integral part of the celebrations.
Veer Bal Diwas 2025- a national-level programme will be telecast live from 12:30 pm onwards on NIC Webcast, DD News, and the Ministry of Women and Child Development’s YouTube channel, enabling nationwide participation, according to a Women and Child Development Ministry statement on Thursday.
