Veer Bal Diwas and Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Observed Nationally

The Ministry of Women and Child Development will observe Veer Bal Diwas at the national level on December 26 to honour the courage, sacrifice and exemplary values of India’s young heroes. The day also marks the conferment of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, one of the country’s most prestigious honours for children, recognising outstanding achievements across diverse fields.

Significance of Veer Bal Diwas

Veer Bal Diwas is observed annually to commemorate the bravery and supreme sacrifice of the younger Sahibzadas of Guru Gobind Singh. The observance seeks to instil values of courage, resilience and moral strength among children and youth. The national-level programme for Veer Bal Diwas 2025 will be organised at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with wide participation from students, educators and dignitaries.

Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2025

On the same day, the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar will be conferred on 20 children from 18 States and Union Territories. The award recognises exceptional excellence in areas such as Bravery, Art and Culture, Environment, Social Service, Science and Technology, and Sports. The awards will be presented by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, at a special ceremony at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, scheduled for 10:00 am on December 26.

National-Level Programme and Leadership Participation

The national-level Veer Bal Diwas programme at Bharat Mandapam will be graced by the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, who will address children and youth, underlining the role of young citizens in nation-building. The event aligns with the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047. Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Annpurna Devi, will deliver the welcome address. The programme will include participation from school children, Bal Puraskar awardees and dignitaries from across the country, along with cultural performances reflecting India’s civilisational heritage and spirit of bravery.

Imporatnt Facts for Exams

• Veer Bal Diwas is observed annually on December 26.
• Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar honours children below 18 years of age.
• The award covers six categories, including Bravery and Science & Technology.
• The 2025 national programme aligns with the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision.

Live Telecast and Nationwide Outreach

To ensure nationwide participation, the national-level programme will be telecast live from 12:30 pm onwards on December 26 through NIC Webcast, DD News and the official YouTube channel of the Ministry of Women and Child Development, enabling citizens across India to join the observance in real time.