Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm Teachers’ Day greetings on Friday, lauding the commitment and compassion of educators who nurture young minds, forming the foundation for a brighter and stronger future.
He also paid tribute to former President Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan on his birth anniversary, a day traditionally celebrated to honour the country’s teachers.
In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “Wishing everyone, particularly all hardworking teachers, a very happy #TeachersDay! The dedication of teachers to nurturing minds is the foundation of a stronger and brighter future. Their commitment and compassion are noteworthy. We also remember the life and thoughts of Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, a distinguished scholar and teacher, on his birth anniversary.”
Wishing everyone, particularly all hardworking teachers, a very happy #TeachersDay! The dedication of teachers to nurturing minds is the foundation of a stronger and brighter future. Their commitment and compassion are noteworthy. We also remember the life and thoughts of Dr. S.…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 5, 2025
Union Education Minister Salutes Educators
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan joined the celebrations, sharing a photograph of sand art by renowned artist Sudarshan, paying homage to the former President.
In his X post, Pradhan wrote, “A wonderful tribute to teachers by Shri @sudarsansand. On Teachers’ Day, I salute all the gurus who are helping students realise their full potential. Their hard work and dedication is fostering excellence, illuminating lives and contributing to national development.”
A wonderful tribute to teachers by Shri @sudarsansand.
On Teachers’ Day, I salute all the gurus who are helping students realise their full potential. Their hard work and dedication is fostering excellence, illuminating lives and contributing to national development. #Puri… pic.twitter.com/p9dGEmnNY2
— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) September 5, 2025
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also extended his greetings, describing teachers as the guiding light who shape young minds, instil values, and nurture future leaders.
“Warm greetings to all teachers on #TeachersDay. They are the guiding light who shape young minds, instill values and nurture future leaders. On this day, I also pay tribute to former President, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, whose vision & wisdom remain an inspiration for generations,” he posted.
Warm greetings to all teachers on #TeachersDay. They are the guiding light who shape young minds, instill values and nurture future leaders. On this day, I also pay tribute to former President, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, whose vision & wisdom remain an inspiration for generations.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) September 5, 2025
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid heartfelt tributes to Dr Radhakrishnan, noting his pivotal role in promoting Indian culture and Vedanta philosophy globally, while helping build a ‘Modern India-Educated India’.
The day is also marked by the presentation of National Awards to Teachers at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, recognising educators whose dedication has profoundly impacted students’ lives.
पूर्व राष्ट्रपति, महान शिक्षाविद, ‘भारत रत्न’ डॉ. सर्वपल्ली राधाकृष्णन की जयंती पर उन्हें विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि एवं प्रदेश वासियों को ‘शिक्षक दिवस’ की हार्दिक बधाई एवं शुभकामनाएं!
भारतीय संस्कृति एवं वेदांत दर्शन को वैश्विक पटल पर प्रतिष्ठित कर ‘आधुनिक भारत-शिक्षित भारत’ के निर्माण… pic.twitter.com/XiU3FVAECz
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) September 5, 2025
On Thursday, PM Modi interacted with the award-winning teachers, emphasising that honouring educators goes beyond ritual, it acknowledges their lifelong contribution to nation-building and society.
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