New Delhi, November 13, 2026: The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF), part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), is marking Children’s Day by spotlighting its ‘Khel Kona’ initiative, which delivers play-based learning to young children in over 400 homes across Bihar, East Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Telangana.
The Khel Kona programme encourages families to set up play corners at home using everyday and recycled materials such as cardboard boxes, old clothes, corn cobs, and clay. The initiative aims to make early learning accessible through age-appropriate activities, storytelling, pretend play, and caregiver-led interactions.
Focus on caregiver involvement
Khel Kona emphasises the role of parents, grandparents, and other caregivers in supporting early childhood development, demonstrating that meaningful learning experiences can be created without expensive toys or dedicated infrastructure.
Promoting creativity and cognitive growth
According to the Aga Khan Foundation, the initiative nurtures children’s creativity, communication, and cognitive skills by integrating play into daily routines and encouraging active participation from family members.
The Aga Khan Foundation is a development agency working in India and other countries through the Aga Khan Development Network.
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