In a powerful move to boost financial literacy among the next generation, KidZania India, the global pioneer in experiential edutainment, has announced a strategic partnership with Bandhan Bank. This collaboration introduces a fully interactive, real-world Banking Role-Play Experience designed to teach young learners the fundamentals of money management through hands-on learning.
Housed within the mini-metropolis of KidZania, the newly launched Bandhan Bank establishment allows children to step into the shoes of both bank customers and bank tellers. The initiative aims to demystify financial concepts, transforming abstract ideas like saving, responsible spending, budgeting, and customer service into tangible, fun life skills.
Mastering Financial Literacy Through Experiential Learning
Through this specialized role-play activity, young visitors can simulate essential real-world banking transactions. The immersive setup empowers kids to:
- Manage Accounts: Open a personal savings account and understand how money grows over time.
- Handle Transactions: Learn the mechanics of encashing cheques, even safely withdrawing money from a custom-engineered ATM.
- Practice Smart Money Habits: Earn interest on KidZania’s native currency, ‘kidZos’, fostering an early understanding of financial responsibility, resource allocation, and critical decision-making.
By navigating a functioning micro-economy, children develop essential cognitive and social skills, including problem-solving, analytical thinking, and effective communication.
Leadership Perspectives on Shaping Future Minds
“At Bandhan Bank, we believe that financial awareness and smart money habits are critical life skills. By collaborating with KidZania, we have a unique opportunity to introduce young minds to the banking world through immersive, hands-on activities. We are delighted to be part of an initiative that encourages children to develop confidence, decision-making abilities, and an understanding of financial literacy through role-play..” — Mr. Partha Pratim Sengupta, MD and CEO, Bandhan Bank
“At KidZania, we believe children learn best when they experience the real world through active participation. Banking is a fundamental life skill that goes far beyond simple transactions—it teaches kids the value of earning, saving, making deliberate choices, and taking responsibility. The Bandhan Bank establishment is a perfect addition to our city’s economy. We are grateful to the Bandhan Bank team for championing the power of experiential learning to help kids build real-world relevance and future confidence.” — Tarandeep Singh Sekhon, Chief Business Officer, KidZania India
Bridging the Gap Between Education and Reality
The partnership seamlessly aligns the core values of both institutions: KidZania’s unwavering commitment to equipping children with essential life skills, and Bandhan Bank’s corporate vision of driving financial inclusion and awareness across all segments of society. By blending structured education with entertainment, the establishment ensures that the next generation grows up financially savvy, confident, and prepared for real-world economics.
About KidZania India
KidZania India is an award-winning, interactive edutainment center operating two world-class indoor theme parks: KidZania Mumbai at R City Mall, Ghatkopar (since 2013) and KidZania Delhi NCR at Entertainment City, Noida (since 2016). Built like a functioning city with its own micro-economy and currency (kidZos), it empowers children to explore over 100+ real-world careers—from aviation to banking—in a safe environment. Designed by experts alongside top-tier ‘Purpose Partners’, KidZania creates immersive role-play experiences that bridge the gap between classroom learning and the real world. Globally, KidZania is present across 27 cities in 21 countries.
