Bengaluru tech firm’s crèche horror raises a bigger question: India has millions of children in daycare. Who’s watching the caregivers?

Shocking videos of alleged toddler abuse in a Bengaluru daycare have sparked national outrage, questioning India’s childcare systems. As dual-income families rise, workplace daycares are essential, yet safeguards lag behind rapid growth. The incident highlights the vulnerability of young children who cannot articulate mistreatment, and the urgent need for stricter regulation, caregiver training, and corporate accountability beyond just providing space. This demands a robust child protection framework.