Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the winners of National Teachers’ Award 2023 at his official residence in New Delhi on the eve of Teachers’ Day yesterday. Seventy five award winners participated in the interaction.
 
The Prime Minister appreciated the efforts of teachers in nurturing the young minds of the country. He highlighted the importance of good teachers and the role they can play in shaping the destiny of the country. He emphasized the importance of inspiring children by educating them about the success of grassroots achievers.
 
Mr Modi talked about taking pride in local heritage and history and urged the teachers to inspire students to learn about their region's history and culture. Highlighting the strength of diversity in the country, he requested the teachers to celebrate the culture and diversity of different parts of the country in their schools.
 
Discussing the recent success of Chandrayaan-3, the Prime Minister underscored the importance of encouraging curiosity in students about science and technology as the 21st century is a technology-driven century.  He also talked about the importance of skilling the youth and making them future-ready.

Talking about Mission LiFE, Mr Modi discussed the importance of recycling as opposed to the use and throw culture. Several teachers also briefed the Prime Minister about the Swachhata programmes being held in their schools. The Prime Minister advised teachers to constantly learn and upgrade their skills throughout their careers.