ABOUT INDIAN TOYS
The invention of toys in India took place during the Indus Valley Civilization, approximately 8,000 years ago. The original toys comprised whistle-shaped parrots, toy monkeys with long hands to slide down a rope or stick and miniature farm carts. All these toys were made from natural materials such as bamboo sticks, hay, and natural clay like soil, rocks, and fibre cloth. However, today, the advent of progressive technology and mechanism has stimulated companies to produce fresh and inventive toys. Soon, owing to the new revolution of ‘Local se Vocal’, India is anticipated to become the global hub by 2025-2030.
The Indian toy sector is expanding on the shoulder of a growing young population, rising disposable incomes, and a slew of innovations for the junior population base. The industry stands on the cusp of significant opportunities in every toy segment such as electronic toys, puzzles, construction and building toys, dolls, ride-ons, sports and outdoor play toys, infant/pre-school toys, and activity toys.
About Toy Donation Drive
Hon’ble Prime Minister of India has made an appeal towards acceptance and promotion of Indian toys and being Vocal for Indian Toys. Under this initiative, IBEF has taken various steps to promote Indian Toys in domestic and overseas markets.
The purpose of this Toy Donation Drive (24 March to 17 April 2022) is to spread awareness about Indian Toys and to inculcate the idea of sharing amongst Indian kids and parents.
How and where can I donate?
This is an open-ended Toy Donation Drive aimed to reach across India. You can donate toys to any child or community around you. The idea is to spread cheer and be grateful for whatever good we have in our lives.
Do click a picture and share it with us for a donation certificate recognized by IBEF, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt of India.
I have donated a toy, how can I claim my certificate?
We really appreciate your effort in sharing your joy with a toy. Our nation needs people like you to progress in the right direction. Please follow the link below to claim your certificate.
We are an NGO/ School/ Institution. Can we support this drive?
Yes! We would love to reach out to maximum people to spread awareness about the value of sharing. We have a school/ NGO contact program to help you get started.
You can email us at: toydonation@ibef.org
Participate in the quiz survey below to win a cash reward of Rs.5000 to buy Indian toys and win scholarships by Learn2Read.
Last Date of Participation 17 April 2022.
Please fill the details in the form below and upload a picture to claim your certificate by IBEF.
Claim Before 21 April 2022.
Have questions? Email us for any details related to the Toy Donation Drive.
Use hashtag #Indiantoys and tag IBEF to get featured and get a certificate.
CONTESTS AND WORKSHOPS
Click here to submit your My Favorite Indian Toy Video to win prizes upto Rs. 1.5 lacs
Eligibility: 3-year & above
Last Date: 25 / Feb / 2021
Click here For Toy Donation Certificate.
Eligibility – No age bar
Date: 24-17 APRIL 2022
For more details : Follow us
Click here to Register for Make Your
Mini Monster Toy Workshop
Date: 27th / Feb / 2021
Timings:- 3:00PM To 4:30PM
Workshop: Mini Monster Toy with Suhasini Paul
MANUFACTURERS ADDA
India is the next potential Toy Capital of the World!
According to the latest available date, India’s share in the global toy market is less than 1% and is worth Rs. 5,000-6,000 crore (US$ 678.30-813.96 million). A report by the IMARC, a market research company, stated that the Indian toy sector will cross the US$ 3.3-billion mark by 2024 at a CAGR of 13.3% between 2019 and 2024.
Check out the full Indian Toy Story report here - IBEF - The Indian Toy StoryIndian Toy Manufacturers:
Indian Toy Start-ups:
Ministries and Govt. Bodies affiliated with the Indian Toys:
Associations:
GOVERNMENT INITIATIVES
Let’s take a glance at the Government of India’s initiatives towards building a world-class toy ecosystem in India.
Call to start-upsThe government is gradually introducing a new norm in the minds of consumers to purchase safe and good-quality ‘Made in India’ toys as against cheap and poor-quality imported toys.
Categories of Indian Toys
Stuffed Toys
These are the kind of toys made from cloth & are stuffed with a soft material making it pleasant to hold.
Electronic toys
These toys use technology which makes them more accessible allowing children to engage in wonderful play activities.
Games and Puzzles
Puzzle and games allow children to exercise problem solving, pattern recognition, organization and/or sequencing skill sets to play.
Construction/building toys
The underlying principle of construction toys is basically to assemble. A series of basic components are provided in such toys, which are designed to allow children to create objects of their own & later be taken apart again and rebuilt as something different. Construction toys help enhance creativity in children.
Dolls
Dolls are models of humanoid characters, often used as toys for little kids.
Ride-on
A ride on toy refers to a toy that can be ridden on. Even though some of these toys require the child to sit or stand on them, they are still referred to as ride on toys.
Sports and Outdoor Play Toys
Sports or outdoor toys help kids to explore the natural environment and go on adventures through the medium of tasks.
Infant/Pre-school toys
Toys and play items suitable for preschool-age kids include: large and small transportation toys; cuddly toy animals; simple musical instruments; farm and zoo animal sets, tricycles etc.
Activity Toys
Toys that encourage a hands-on playing opportunity are known as activity toys. They help in enhancing the motor skills in children while polishing their hand-eye coordination
Atmanirbhar Toys
Toys that are rooted in traditional motifs and are manufactured locally, since time immemorial, are termed Atmanirbhar Toys. They are a symbol of self-reliance and originality sprouting from India's culturally rich regions.
GI Toys of India
These toys are authentic to their region of origin and process of manufacturing. They have been recognized with the coveted GI (Geographical Indication) tag which enhances their credibility on a global stage.
Partners
