The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment has agreed to work with Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission to launch a nationwide programme bringing children, parents and grandparents together. The two organisations will sign a Memorandum of Understanding to roll out the initiative across Indian schools, strengthening family bonds through structured activities.
What the programme will do
The scheme, called “Creating Intergenerational Bonding”, will operate through 200 pilot schools across the country. The programme uses games and evidence-based exercises designed to connect three generations within families. It includes Co-Learning Games, a bilingual online resource centre for teachers and families, and training certification for educators who run the activities.
Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission will manage the rollout and delivery. A separate Knowledge Development Partner will handle research, programme design and evaluation of outcomes. The initiative complements existing government programmes for senior citizens, including the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana and the Elderline helpline service.
The programme aims to help senior citizens share their experience and values with younger family members. It seeks to support parents in balancing traditional knowledge with modern life. Children are expected to gain emotional stability and cultural awareness through regular interaction with grandparents and other elders.
Based on results from the pilot phase in these 200 schools, the government may expand the scheme to more institutions across India.
What this means for you
If your child studies in one of the 200 participating schools, they may take part in structured intergenerational activities involving family members. These sessions are designed to happen during school time, using games and learning tools rather than formal classroom teaching. Parents and grandparents can join in activities that help families maintain cultural values while addressing modern-day challenges. The scheme reflects policy focus on strengthening family ties and respecting older generations as knowledge-holders within households.