President Murmu honours 81 teachers with National Awards

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday gave the National Teacher Awards to 81  teachers from across the country for their exemplary contribution to teaching and learning.From novel methods of teaching, dedication to students' growth to attempts to enhance learning achievements in difficult environments, the awardees were recognised at the annual award ceremony. Ranging from innovative pedagogy to inspiring first-generation learners, the awardees played a key role in shaping young minds across India. Addressing the gathering after presenting the National Teachers Awards 2025 in New Delhi, the President emphasised that girls’ education should be accorded the highest priority. She added that the investment in daughters’ education is a priceless contribution to the development of families, society, and the nation. The President expressed happiness that the Gross Enrollment Ratio of girls in higher education has shown a significant rise in recent years.

बालिकाओं की शिक्षा को सर्वाधिक महत्व दिया जाना चाहिए। बेटियों की शिक्षा में निवेश करके, हम अपने परिवार, समाज और राष्ट्र के निर्माण में अमूल्य निवेश करते हैं। pic.twitter.com/EGjHWQzt0J

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The President said that education empowers individuals, enabling children from the weakest backgrounds to achieve remarkable progress. She said, just like food, clothing, and shelter, education is essential for a person’s dignity and security. President Murmu highlighted that the National Education Policy 2020 lays special emphasis on making education more accessible and seamless at the school level.