Before 1964, India celebrated Children's Day on November 20 (the United Nations observes it on this day.) However, after the death of Pandit Nehru in 1964, it was decided that his birthday be celebrated as Children's Day.

Along with being an able administrator, Nehru enforced the establishment of some of the most prominent educational institutions in India. His vision led to the establishment of AIIMS, IIT and IIM.

Nehru has left behind a legacy of education for the children of India. 

He once said, "The children of today will make the India of tomorrow. The way we bring them up will determine the future of the country."