Updated On: 21 November, 2025 01:55 AM IST | Mumbai | Tarun Verma
On World Children’s Day 2025, Sachin Tendulkar shared an emotional message recalling his childhood, early coaching under Ramakant Achrekar, and the support of his brother Ajit. He urged society to ensure every child has the freedom to grow, play, learn, and dream

Sachin Tendulkar`s childhood picture with his coach Ramakant Achrekar. Pic/X
Cricket legend and one of the all-time greats, Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar, on the occasion of World Children’s Day 2025, shared a heartfelt message reflecting on his childhood and how his childhood dreams of playing for the country came true. In an emotional and inspiring post on social media, Tendulkar remembered his early years and reflected on championing the rights of children to grow, play, and dream freely.
Growing up, I was a very naughty kid. I was full of energy and always up to something. The child in me had a safe and happy environment to grow up in. But then one day, Ajit, my elder brother took me to Achrekar Sir to channel this energy I had. From then on, the child in me… pic.twitter.com/8Mqo95KZBA