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India Teachers' Day observance

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India observes Teachers’ Day annually on September 5 to honor the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the nation’s second President and a philosopher-educator. The tradition, established in 1962, is marked by cultural programs and student activities, though it is not a gazetted public holiday. During the 2026 observance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted National Teachers’ Award winners at his official residence, 7, Lok Kalyan Marg. In an interactive session, the Prime Minister emphasized that educators should look beyond textbooks to engage with students' lives and interests. He expressed concern regarding increasing screen time and drug abuse, urging teachers to promote physical sports and creative activities to protect the “childhood” of their students. He also stressed the importance of preserving a child's curiosity and creativity, noting that teachers must help identify the unique talents of every child, including those who may not excel academically. ~~The interaction included lighthearted exchanges, such as the Prime Minister asking teachers for tips on public speaking.~~ Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi, along with Ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh, interacted with award recipients, emphasizing the role of teachers in preparing students for ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’. In a separate ceremony, President Droupadi Murmu honored 21 educators from higher education and polytechnic institutions with national awards, which included silver medals, certificates, and cash prizes of ₹50,000. ~~Regional~~ These awards also recognized contributors to innovation, research, and ~~political~~ skill development, including six educators from Madhya Pradesh. Regional commemorations were widespread. In ~~Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath honored 81~~ Jammu and Kashmir, 20 teachers and officials received awards, while in ~~Gorakhpur, paying tribute to ancient knowledge traditions.~~ Himachal Pradesh, Governor Kavinder Gupta honored 32 teachers. In Telangana, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy addressed pending issues such as the PRC, salary hikes, and promotions, promising a phased resolution. In ~~Asansol, the BJP Teacher Cell organized cultural rituals, while in Patna, the Bihar Pradesh Congress Committee held a tribute at Sadaqat Ashram, emphasizing the role of teachers in character building.~~ Meghalaya, Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui led district-level celebrations and addressed teacher eligibility requirements.

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