New Delhi, November 14, 2025 – India is celebrating Children's Day today, commemorating the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the country's first Prime Minister, with the theme "For Every Child, Every Right". However, the festive atmosphere has been punctuated by political banter following the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) strong performance in the Bihar assembly elections.
As the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured a decisive victory in Bihar, social media platforms became battlegrounds for political jibes, with the Congress party and its leader, Rahul Gandhi, often the target of humorous attacks. The BJP's Assam unit, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), playfully apologized for "upsetting the 'national child' on Children's Day," in an apparent reference to Rahul Gandhi. Other BJP units joined in, posting memes and sarcastic comments aimed at both Rahul Gandhi and Tejaswi Yadav.
The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) responded with its own witty posts, highlighting the BJP's continued struggle for victory in West Bengal. One post featured a skeleton sitting on a chair, while another used a video of a child saying "it is a good thing to have dreams" in response to a BJP video.
The online banter reflects the broader political narrative surrounding Rahul Gandhi's electoral performance. Critics have pointed out that Gandhi has faced a series of electoral defeats. Some social media users even went as far as to label him the "Greatest Loser Of All Time".
Despite Rahul Gandhi's efforts to connect with voters, including a recent "Voter Adhikar Yatra" in Bihar, the Congress party's performance in the state has been underwhelming. The party struggled to win a significant number of seats, leading to questions about its messaging and organizational strength.
The Children's Day jokes also played on the fact that November 14 is the birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru, Rahul Gandhi's great grandfather. Some users quipped about how Bihar voters had seemingly denied Rahul Gandhi an "entry" to the birthday celebrations.
Amidst the political sparring, Children's Day is being celebrated across India with cultural programs, games, and activities in schools. The day emphasizes the importance of children's rights, education, and welfare. The theme for 2025, "For Every Child, Every Right," underscores the commitment to ensuring that all children have access to education, health, and equal opportunities.
While the BJP celebrates its victory in Bihar and takes digs at the opposition, the focus remains on children and their future. Children's Day serves as a reminder of the responsibility to provide a nurturing environment where children can grow with dignity and optimism. It is a day to renew the pledge to protect children's welfare, education, and health, recognizing them as the future architects of the nation.
