Meet Baby Frankie: India’s First Gen Beta Born in Mizoram – Everything You Need to Know

Each new generation carries its own distinct identity, earning a name that reflects its uniqueness. Terms like "Millennials," "Generation Z" (Gen Z), and "Generation Alpha" (Gen Alpha) have emerged to define these groups. Typically, children born between 1997 and 2010 are referred to as 'Gen Xi,' while those born between 2010 and 2024 are categorized as 'Gen Alpha.'

Frankie Becomes a Symbol of India's New Generation
India’s first representative of Generation Beta, Frankie Remruatdika Zadeng, was born on January 1, 2025, at Synod Hospital Durtlang in Aizawl, Mizoram, at 12:03 AM. Weighing 3.12 kg at birth, Frankie was in excellent health, marking the beginning of a new generation in India. His arrival symbolizes the dawn of a new era, reflecting the changes that Generation Beta will bring to the country. Frankie also has an older sister, adding to the family’s excitement as they welcome the future of India's technological and social evolution.

Starting January 1, 2025, a new generation will begin, known as Generation Beta (Gen Beta). Spanning from 2025 to 2039, this generation will grow up in an environment vastly different from today's world. Surrounded by modern technologies such as smartphones, robots, and artificial intelligence, their language will evolve into a more technical one.

How will Gen Beta be different from Gen Z?
Gen Beta will be at the forefront of technological changes and advancements that will reshape the lives of ordinary people. For this generation, technology will be the guiding force, influencing everything from education to daily living and career paths, with gadgets, new technologies, and mobile devices playing a central role in their development and achievements.

The habit of reading physical books is dwindling, and with the rise of mobile devices, future generations are likely to read exclusively on their phones. While we currently drive cars with steering wheels in hand, the future may bring driverless vehicles. Trains will also become autonomous, navigating themselves to their destinations.

In the future, technology, rather than human doctors, may manage our health, offering diagnoses and treatments through advanced systems. Household helpers and office employees could be replaced by robots, performing tasks with precision and efficiency. Even the clothes we wear could monitor our health, alerting us to potential diseases and suggesting preventative measures. For Generation Beta, technology will be an integral part of everyday life, reshaping not only how we live but also how we interact with the world around us.

The Dominance of Technology
Generation Beta will be largely shaped by technology, which will dominate their daily lives. While technology will make life more comfortable and convenient, it will also present unique challenges that this generation will need to solve. With rising global temperatures, expanding cities, depleting natural resources, and insufficient living space, Generation Beta will face pressing issues.

The population will be uneven, with some areas experiencing overpopulation and others a shortage of young workers. Generation Beta will need to address these disparities and prepare for the generation that follows. Awareness and adaptability will be essential, as they navigate both technological advances and societal challenges.

While Generation Alpha is growing up with smartphones, computers, and other smart devices, these tools may become outdated for Generation Beta. Artificial intelligence and machine learning will be essential for this generation's success. Known as 'Beta Kids,' they will form about 16% of the global population by 2035, marking the rise of a new era driven by cutting-edge technology.