The central theme of Lost Spring is the exploitation of children and the loss of childhood dreams due to poverty and social injustice. Anees Jung explores how economic hardships force children into labor, depriving them of education, freedom, and the opportunity to pursue their dreams. Through poignant stories of young lives trapped in cycles of poverty, the narrative emphasizes the need for societal change to break these cycles and restore hope and opportunity for future generations. This theme underscores the importance of addressing systemic issues to prevent the “loss of spring” in young lives.