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On the auspicious and inspiring occasion of Teachers’ Day across the country, a very special and informal dialogue program was organized in the capital Delhi, in which eminent teachers who received National Awards from every corner of the country participated. During this high-level and dignified meeting, the Prime Minister of the country, Narendra Modi, instead of just having formal talks, started a very interesting and intimate discussion with these talented gurus, which surprised and mesmerized everyone present there. During the dialogue, PM Modi, in a light-hearted manner, asked these teachers a direct question, ‘How to speak in front of the public or among a large crowd?’ So that his words can reach the hearts of the people directly. This question of the Prime Minister was a symbol of how much he wanted to learn from the practical experiences of the teachers of his country, their communication style and the leadership potential hidden within them. Such open and two-way communication proved how much the country’s top leadership respects its teachers and considers them as the most important stakeholders in nation building.
During this long and in-depth discussion with National Award winning teachers, Prime Minister Modi shared six very important things regarding the education system, the future of students and the role played by a teacher in the society, which are an invaluable asset for the guidance of every teacher. The first thing is that a teacher should never be a person who teaches only a rote curriculum, but he should become a guide to his students and awaken the spirit of curiosity within them. Secondly, in this era of modern technology and digital transformation, teachers have to keep themselves constantly updated so that they can keep pace with the changing needs and expectations of today’s young generation. Thirdly, he said that going out of the four walls of the classroom and creating a connection with the society and teaching children the moral values of practical life is the biggest identity of a true teacher. Emphasizing the fourth point, the PM said that every student has his own unique qualities and abilities, therefore instead of comparing any child with others, efforts should be made to identify his individual talent and enhance it. The fifth point is that a teacher should remain a student throughout his life because learning never ends, and finally the sixth point was said that the real foundation of nation building and social change rests on the dedication and positive thinking of a teacher.
The job of a teacher is not just to teach textbooks by writing on the blackboard in his class, but he has to present his ideas with clarity and impact on every platform from school to society. When Prime Minister Modi asked teachers to share their experiences and tricks of public speaking, the deep message behind it was that in today’s era, a teacher should not only be an educationist but also an excellent speaker and communicator. When teachers present their ideas confidently to the society, they not only enhance the prestige of their school but also create a positive attitude towards education among the entire student community and parents. This type of communication art teaches teachers how they can convey complex subjects to the public and children in very simple, interesting and easy language, thereby making the spread of education more effective.
Honoring those selected and exceptional teachers from across the country who have changed the face of government or non-government schools through their hard work, innovation and dedication is a huge boost for the entire education system of the country. This direct conversation of these teachers with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the suggestions given by them will prove to be a huge milestone in the coming times in the implementation of the country’s New Education Policy (NEP) and school reforms at the grassroots level. When the Prime Minister of the country himself interacts with the teachers and asks for their suggestions, it boosts the morale of every person associated with the teaching profession and they realize how important even the smallest efforts they make are in nation building. In this great yagya of making the coming generations cultured, skilled and self-reliant, this unique confluence of teachers and leadership has the full potential to take the country to a new and glorious height in the field of education at the global level.