The Citizen Advocate
Summary: Declaring April 11 as Safe ePay
Day
Proposing
April 11 as Safe ePay Day to mark UPI’s pilot launch on April 11, 2016, by NPCI
with 21 banks, initiated by Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan in Mumbai. This initiative
celebrates UPI’s seamless integration of banking and merchant payments.
June 11 –
Appeal No 22
April 11
– Declare ‘Safe ePay Day’
🌍🎉 International
Day of Play is a global celebration of the power of play in children's
lives! 🧸✨ It highlights the
importance of play for learning, creativity, and well-being. 🧠🎨 Let's
make space for fun, imagination, and laughter every day! 😄🚀
#PlayEveryDay 🕹️👫Play
helps children build friendships 🤝, develop problem-solving skills 🧩, and grow in confidence 🌱.
On this day, let's remind the world that play is not a luxury
— it's a right! 🛝📚
June 11 isn't just another day on the calendar anymore—it’s
officially the International Day of Play, declared by the United Nations
to celebrate and protect every child's right to play 🎈🧸.
But play isn't just about toys or playgrounds. It's about belonging,
expression, and imagination. It’s how children learn to trust, to explore,
to communicate, and to dream big. And maybe, just maybe, it’s how adults
reconnect with their inner child too. 😊
🎉 Why the
World Needs a Day of Play
Across cultures, languages, and continents, play is a
universal experience. Yet in today’s fast-paced, screen-heavy world, free,
accessible play is fading—especially in urban, digital, and
conflict-affected areas.
The UN's International Day of Play is a rallying call
for:
✅
Governments to prioritize policies and infrastructure that nurture play
✅ Educators to weave playful
methods into learning
✅ Families and communities to protect
time and space for play
✅ Businesses and innovators to
create safer, more inclusive play environments
This isn't just sentiment. Play supports cognitive, physical,
social, and emotional development. It’s where kids build confidence, learn risk
management, and even develop empathy.
UNICEF, LEGO Foundation, WHO,
and numerous global stakeholders are championing this day because they
recognize that when we invest in play, we invest in peace, inclusion, and
progress. 🌱🌎
🧩 Play
Comes in Many Forms
- A
chalk drawing on a quiet lane 🎨
- Hide
and seek between apartment blocks 🤫
- Imaginative
games with cardboard castles 🏰
- Role
play, music, digital storytelling, sports, and yes—even video games
🎮
The goal isn’t to prescribe how children play—but to ensure
they can.
💡 What Can
You Do Today?
🎈 Organize
a community play hour
🪁 Turn off the screens and
make a fort
🎶 Create a mini "Play
Parade" with your neighbors
🫂 Share your own childhood
play stories online with #DayOfPlay
🧒 Support local initiatives
that create safe spaces for play
💳 A Quick Peek at
Safe ePayments Day (Because Adults Deserve Safe Spaces Too!) 😇
While the world celebrates children’s right to play, adults
too deserve digital spaces where they can transact and connect safely.
That’s why there's a growing grassroots movement to designate Safe
ePayments Day—a symbolic day to raise awareness around secure digital
financial transactions 💻🛡️.
Like play, digital payments should be accessible, safe, and
empowering. This includes:
- Educating
users about phishing scams 🔍
- Advocating
for platforms to prioritize cybersecurity 🧠
- Encouraging
governments and fintechs to design with inclusivity 🏦
Safe ePayments Day may still
be a dream-in-progress, but its spirit is very real:
👉 Let’s play safe, pay
safe, and design a digital world that’s just as joyful and secure as the
playgrounds we build for our kids.
# Celebrating Play and Safe Transactions: A Dual Focus 🎉
## The Joy of the International Day of Play 🧸
Mark your calendars for **June 11**! The United Nations has
designated this day as the **International Day of Play**, a global celebration
to champion the power of play for children and adults alike. 🌍 Established through a
resolution in 2024, this day underscores play’s vital role in learning,
well-being, and development. Here’s why it’s a big deal! 😊
### Why Play Matters 🎲
Play isn’t just fun—it’s fundamental! For children, it’s a
cornerstone for:
- **Learning**: Building creativity, problem-solving, and
social skills. 🧠
- **Health**: Encouraging physical activity and mental
wellness. 💪
- **Connection**: Fostering bonds with peers, family, and
communities. 🤝
Adults benefit too! Play reduces stress, boosts innovation,
and keeps us young at heart. Whether it’s a board game, a sport, or imaginative
storytelling, play brings joy and unity across cultures and ages. 🌈
### The UN’s Vision 🌟
According to the [United
Nations](https://www.un.org/en/observances/international-day-of-play), the
International Day of Play aims to:
1. **Raise Awareness**: Highlight play as a right for every
child (UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, Article 31). 📜
2. **Encourage Action**: Inspire governments, communities, and
families to create safe, playful spaces. 🏞️
3. **Celebrate Diversity**: Embrace play in all forms—games,
sports, art, and more—worldwide! 🎭
### How to Celebrate on June 11 🎈
Get ready to join the fun! Here are some ideas to make the day
special:
- **For Kids**: Organize a toy swap, a scavenger hunt, or a
park playdate. 🛝
- **For Families**: Build a fort, play tag, or craft together.
✂️
- **For Communities**: Host festivals, sports days, or
storytelling circles. 🎤
- **For Everyone**: Unplug, laugh, and try something new—maybe
a dance-off! 💃
In 2025, on **June 11**, let’s fill the world with laughter
and imagination. Schools, NGOs, and governments will host events, so check
local listings or the UN’s page for updates! Play is a universal language—speak
it loudly! 🎶
## A Nod to Safe ePayments Day
💳
While we revel in play, let’s also look ahead to a proposed
gem: **Safe ePayments Day**! 🛡️
Envisioned as a day to promote secure digital transactions, this
initiative—still under consideration—aims to educate and protect in our
tech-driven world. Here’s a quick peek! 👀
### The Idea Behind Safe ePayments Day 🔒
As online shopping and banking soar, safety is key. A
potential Safe ePayments Day could:
- **Educate**: Teach users about strong passwords, fraud
alerts, and secure apps. 📱
- **Protect**: Advocate for encryption and safe e-commerce
practices. 🕵️♀️
- **Celebrate**: Honor advancements in secure payment tech! 🎊
Imagine workshops, webinars, and tips shared globally—keeping
our digital wallets safe! No official date exists yet, but the concept sparks
hope for a fraud-free future. Stay tuned and stay secure! 🔐
## Join the Fun and Stay Safe! 🌟
This June 11, 2025, dive into the **International Day of
Play** with open hearts and playful spirits! 🧩 Then, keep an eye out for updates on a
future **Safe ePayments Day** to navigate the digital world safely. Let’s play,
learn, and protect—together! 🤗
🥳 Final
Thought
If play is the heartbeat of childhood, trust is the
heartbeat of society.
So today, let’s celebrate the freedom to play—with open
fields, open minds, and open hearts.
And as we watch children laugh and leap, let’s also build a world where the
grown-up stuff—like money, data, and decisions—feels just as safe. 🛝💡💳
Happy International Day of Play!
#DayOfPlay #SafeePayments #TrustToPlay #PlayfulPlanet 🌍💫
Visit @ https://www.un.org/en/observances/international-day-of-play
No Vada Pav, not even one bite,
Till SafeePay Day takes off in flight.
Quirky vow with a Mumbai flair—
Announce the date, and I’ll be there!
Disclaimer: - The only Joy is
Safe ePayments. Nothing More – Nothing Less.
April 11 – Declare ‘Safe ePay
Day’.
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