Miracle Foundation India, in collaboration with Bosch Global Software Technologies (BGSW), convened the Karnataka State Family Summit – Prioritizing Family Strengthening and Family-Based Alternative Care for Children in Karnataka under Mission Vatsalya on May 22, 2026, in Bangalore. The summit brought together 92 participants across government, civil society, corporate sector and care experienced youth, a mixed group that shaped each and every conversation throughout the day.

A notable highlight of the Summit was the active participation of government officials from multiple line departments, including the Department of Women & Child Development, Karnataka, Panchayati Raj, Rural Development, Department of Health and Family Welfare and Industrial Training & Employment. The strong engagement from the Panchayati Raj Department was particularly encouraging, reinforcing the critical role of local self-governance institutions in prevention, convergence, and strengthening family-based care systems at the grassroots level. Through keynote discussions, expert panels, and collaborative sessions, participants explored successful practices, key challenges, and practical pathways for strengthening child protection systems, preventing unnecessary institutionalisation, expanding family-based care options, supporting youth transitions from care, and improving mental health and aftercare services.

The Summit concluded with the presentation of the Karnataka State Family Summit Declaration Charter, capturing collective recommendations, partner commitments, and a roadmap for continued collaboration. The event reinforced a shared commitment among stakeholders to build stronger, more resilient, and family-centred systems that ensure every child can grow up in a safe, nurturing, and supportive family environment.