Teachers hold importance in any country of the world as they prepare young children for the future by honing their skills and shaping them into good human beings.
In India, Teachers’ Day has been observed since 1962 on September 5, which is the birth anniversary of first Vice-President and second President of India Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
Radhakrishnan was a professor before joining politics. He taught at various universities. He also served as vice-chancellor of Banaras Hindu University, Delhi University and Andhra Pradesh University. Besides, he taught at Oxford University for several years.
The legendary leader was appointed as the first Vice-President of India in 1952 and after serving ten years in the office, he succeeded Rajendra Prasad, becoming the second President of India in 1962.
The year he took over as the President, his students expressed their wish to celebrate his birthday. He suggested to them that instead of commemorating his birthday, they should mark this day as Teachers’ Day in honour of all the teachers who work selflessly to nurture the future of the country.
Since then, students across the country observe Teachers’ Day on September 5. They take up the role of various teachers of their respective schools. They also gift them flowers and cards to pay respect and organise cultural programmes, debates and quiz, among other competitions.
Wishing teachers on the occasion, PM Narendra Modi Saturday tweeted, “We remain grateful to the hardworking teachers for their contributions towards shaping minds and building our nation. On Teachers Day, we express gratitude to our teachers for their remarkable efforts. We pay tributes to Dr. S. Radhakrishnan on his Jayanti.”
Thank you to all my teachers 🙏🏻 Will never forget how each one of you made me feel, how you assisted me in learning to think, discover, the way you sparked my curiosity and built a foundation of love and generosity. I am because you are ❤️🙏🏻 #TeachersDay2020
— Dia Mirza (@deespeak) September 5, 2020
Teachers have a vital and unique role in our lives. They inspire us, guide us, and help shape our lives. On this #TeachersDay , let us take a moment and thank all our teachers for their efforts and dedication in making us who we are today.#OurTeachersOurHeroes#TeachersFromIndia pic.twitter.com/FTvtUB6rFk
— Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank (@DrRPNishank) September 5, 2020
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We remain grateful to the hardworking teachers for their contributions towards shaping minds and building our nation. On Teachers Day, we express gratitude to our teachers for their remarkable efforts. We pay tributes to Dr. S. Radhakrishnan on his Jayanti. #OurTeachersOurHeroes
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 5, 2020
