Agartala, September 5, 2025: Teachers are the guiding force, advisors, and true architects of students’ lives, standing next only to parents in shaping their future, said Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha while inaugurating the 64th State-Level Teachers’ Day Celebration at Rabindra Centenary Hall today.
The Chief Minister paid rich tributes to former President of India, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, describing him as a great philosopher and globally respected teacher who always took pride in identifying himself as a teacher first. “Studying his life gives us a true perspective of how noble the teaching profession is,” the CM remarked.
He emphasized that teaching requires commitment, mental strength, and passion for nurturing future generations who will steer the state and nation forward. Dr. Saha urged teachers to build a friendly and emotionally engaging environment for students, encouraging them toward righteous values, discipline, and resilience. “Beyond textbook knowledge, teachers who instill life values are the real nation-builders,” he noted.
On the occasion, the School Education Department conferred this year’s prestigious awards:
- Pandit Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar Award to eminent educationist Dr. Atul Debbarma
- Maharani Tulsibati Award to Pranati Debbarma, Headmistress of DC Para Hemanta Smriti School
- Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Award to renowned teacher and academician Samir Chakraborty
Additionally, 36 teachers across Tripura received the ‘Shikshak Sammanana 2025’ in recognition of their contributions. The Chief Minister personally handed over the awards to all recipients.
Dr. Saha also highlighted the government’s efforts to strengthen education infrastructure in the state. He mentioned the establishment of several universities, the upcoming women’s university, and enhanced opportunities in medical, dental, nursing, and engineering education within Tripura. Infrastructure upgrades include new buildings for TIT and the National Law University, development of 387 schools, with another 292 in the pipeline.
Further achievements outlined by the CM include:
- 140 scooters distributed under Kanya Atmanirbhar Yojana
- 1,22,509 bicycles distributed to Class IX girl students
- Upgradation of 12 schools to high schools and 5 schools to higher secondary schools in FY 2024–25
- Implementation of flagship schemes like Nipun Tripura, Mukul, Vidyasetu, Maharshi, PM Poshan, and Super-30
The CM credited teachers’ dedication for improved performance in Vidyajyoti schools this year and expressed hope that educators will continue to shape the character and intellect of future citizens.
Speaking at the event, Special Secretary of the School Education Department Ravel Hemendra Kumar stressed that teachers must continuously update themselves with innovative, science-based, and technical knowledge to keep pace with modern education trends.
Earlier, dignitaries offered floral tributes to Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan’s portrait, followed by a short documentary on his philosophy and the present state of Tripura’s education system. Director of School Education, N.C. Sharma, delivered the welcome address.
