Shape generations of students with scientific outlook, 'nation first' spirit: President to teachers
President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the role of teachers in fostering a scientific outlook and a 'nation first' spirit among students. She urged educators to prioritize ethical development and the well-being of their students.
Why it matters
The President's message sets a national tone for educational priorities and the moral responsibilities of the teaching profession.
President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday (September 5, 2026) asked teachers to shape generations of students who develop a scientific outlook and move forward with the spirit of "nation first".
In an article written on the occasion of Teachers' Day, she said it is the sacred duty of teachers to guide their students to be good human beings.
Students who achieve prosperity and glory while remaining ethical in their thoughts and actions are living embodiments of a teacher's success, the President said.
She said the country is moving steadily towards the goal of becoming a developed nation with social inclusion at the core.
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