Baby Frankie, India’s first Gen Beta, heralds era of longevity| Know the kid expected to see 22nd Century
As the clock struck midnight on January 1, 2025, Baby Frankie made history as India's first child of Generation Beta, born in Mizoram. With advances in healthcare, this generation is set to live longer and reshape our future. Discover the significance of this new era.
At the stroke of midnight heralding the arrival of the New Year, 2025, India welcomed its first baby of the new generation, ‘Gen Beta’. Born at 12:03 AM on January 1, Baby Frankie from Mizoram's Aizawl was not only India's first newborn in 2025 but also the first of his generation.
Children born from 2025 to 2039 are considered ‘Generation Beta.’
Marking the beginning of a new generational era, Frankie Remruatdika Zadeng, the healthy baby boy, was born at Synod Hospital, Durtlang.
Frankie was welcomed into a family of 3 – his older sister, mother Ramzirmawii, and father ZD Remruatsanga, hailing from Khatla East, Aizawl.
Quoting Sister Lalchhuanawmi of Synod Hospital, All India Radio, Aizawl, reported Frankie weighed 3.12 kg at birth and was in good health with no complications.
Speaking to AIR, Ramzirmawii expressed her deep sense of happiness at giving birth to the country's first Beta boy.
Is Baby Frankie the 1st Gen Beta globally?
No, Baby Frankie is not the first Gen Beta worldwide. Globally, a baby girl named Remi in Australia is considered the first of the new Beta generation. Born to Tze-Ling Huang and Liam Walsh in Comboyne, New South Wales, Remi was born two weeks earlier than expected.
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Who are the parents of Generation Beta?
Generation Beta will be the children of the younger Gen Ys (Millennials) and older Gen Zs, according to market research firm McCrindle Research.
They are arriving in an era where their parents are more tech-savvy and knowledgeable about the benefits and drawbacks of social media use from a young age, which could mean they will grow up with a more balanced relationship with social media compared to Gen Alpha.
McCrindle Research explained that Gen Z parents (36%) are more likely to strongly agree that limiting their child’s screen time is a high priority compared to older Millennial parents (30%).
About Generation Beta
As per McCrindle's blog post, they are expected to make up 16% of the global population by 2035, a significant demographic that will influence future economies, cultures, and societies.
One of the most notable characteristics of Generation Beta is its longevity. With advances in healthcare and technology, many children born during this period are expected to live well into the 22nd century, potentially experiencing a life span much longer than previous generations.
How will Gen Beta be different from Gen Z?
Gen Beta will differ from Gen Z through deeper technological integration, growing up with AI, virtual reality, and personalized digital experiences. They are expected to be more tech-savvy, globally connected, and socially conscious, with a strong focus on environmental and social issues, shaping them into a highly adaptive and innovative generation.
Understanding different generations:
Baby Boomers
The generation born between 1946-1964 is known as the 'Baby Boomers'. They can be characterised by post-war prosperity, focus on family and economic growth.
Generation X
Generation X, born between 1965 and 1980, is known for its independence, adaptability, and tech adoption.
Millennials (Gen Y)
The generation born between 1981 and 1996 is known as 'Millennials' or 'Generation Y'. This generation is comprised of digital pioneers who value experiences and are collaborative.
Generation Z
Generation Z, the first true digital natives, belongs to those born between 1997 and 2010. This generation is known for being socially conscious.
Generation Alpha
Generation Alpha is the generation of the children of millennials born between 2011 and 2024. This generation is highly tech-integrated.
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First Published:6 Jan 2025, 08:12 AM IST
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