PM Modi recalls teachers’ contribution in shaping young minds on Teachers’ Day
"I pay my respects to Dr. S. Radhakrishnan on his Jayanti and recall his distinguished scholarship as well as contributions to our nation," the Prime Minister tweeted.
"I pay my respects to Dr. S. Radhakrishnan on his Jayanti and recall his distinguished scholarship as well as contributions to our nation," the Prime Minister tweeted.
He said: “Teachers’ Day is an occasion when we honour the dedicated services of all the teachers who play a leading role in the intellectual and moral development of our children. In Indian tradition, teachers are placed at the same pedestal as God.”
Many schools and educational institutions dedicate various events and performances to the teachers on this day.
India celebrates Teachers' Day every year to pay tribute to the former president Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan on his birth anniversary.
Several other organisations, political leaders and parties remembered the former President and greeted the nation on Teachers' Day
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