AMN / NEW DELHI
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked teachers to keep themselves up-to-date with latest technological advances and further connect their students with technological trends. In a letter to teachers on Teachers’ Day, Mr Modi said, the 21st century will be shaped by societies that accord topmost importance to education, research and innovation which makes the role of teachers extremely vital.
The Prime Minister said the government is making numerous efforts to bring a paradigm shift in the education sector. He said, the emphasis on skill development has received a significant push due to Atal Tinkering Labs. He added that several universities are being set up across the country so that no youngster is denied the joys of quality
education .
Mr. Modi said, on 2nd October, the country marks the start of the 150th birth anniversary celebration of Mahatma Gandhi and it will be wonderful if the teaching community takes the lead in furthering the thoughts and noble ideas of Bapu in an innovative manner among the students.
The Prime Minister also said, in 2022 the country marks the 75 years of freedom and urged the teaching community to devote themselves towards fulfilling the dreams and vision of those who gave their lives for the freedom of the country.