Teachers guide children towards knowledge, confidence and a better future, speakers say at Teachers’ Day programme in Chhachhrauli child care institution
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A special programme was organised at the Child Care Institution in Chhachhrauli on the occasion of Teachers’ Day, highlighting the crucial role of educators in shaping the lives of children and laying the foundation of a responsible and civilised society. The programme focused on the importance of education, guidance and encouragement in helping children discover their abilities and build a better future.
Addressing the children at the institution, Ashok Kumar, chairman of the Child Welfare Committee, said teachers are among the most important guides in a child’s life. They not only impart knowledge but also help students understand the right direction, develop discipline and recognise their potential.
He said a strong and responsible society cannot be built without a strong education system and committed teachers. Teachers play a significant role in developing the intellectual and social abilities of children and preparing them to face different challenges in life. Their influence, he said, often extends far beyond the classroom and continues to guide students as they move into higher education, employment and other areas of life.
Kumar explained the significance of Teachers’ Day in India, which is observed every year on September 5 to mark the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an eminent educationist and philosopher who served as the first Vice-President and second President of independent India.
He said the day provides an opportunity to acknowledge the contribution of teachers and recognise their role in the development of students and society. Teachers constantly encourage children to take education seriously and motivate them to improve their performance and move forward.
He observed that academic sessions continue to change, examinations are conducted and students progress from one class to another, but the fundamental responsibility of teachers remains the same. Irrespective of the era or circumstances, educators continue to work towards ensuring that children receive education and guidance.
Referring to the difficult period of the Covid-19 pandemic, Kumar said the disruption caused by the pandemic did not bring education to a complete halt. Teachers adopted modern technology and continued teaching children from their homes. Online classes and digital learning became important tools during the period when physical classrooms could not function normally.
He said the experience demonstrated the adaptability of teachers and their determination to continue educating students even under extraordinary circumstances. The pandemic also showed how technology could be used to maintain educational continuity when conventional teaching methods became difficult.
Kumar said teachers constantly encourage children to remain connected with education and motivate them to work towards their goals. For children living in care institutions, access to education and sustained guidance can be especially important in helping them build confidence and prepare for an independent future.
Child Welfare Committee member Sushil Gulati said teachers play a crucial role in laying the foundation of a child’s future by understanding individual interests and abilities. He said an educator’s experience helps in identifying areas in which a child may have a natural inclination or particular talent.
Gulati said every child possesses some form of ability, although the nature of that talent may differ from one student to another. A classroom may have children with different interests and strengths, and it is the responsibility of education to identify these abilities and provide opportunities for their development.
He said teachers do more than simply teach prescribed subjects. By observing students, understanding their interests and encouraging them appropriately, teachers can help children develop their abilities and gain confidence in themselves.
Gulati added that when students eventually achieve success, the happiness and pride reflected in the eyes of their teachers is itself a testimony to the deep relationship between educators and learners. A teacher’s satisfaction often comes from seeing a student progress and overcome challenges.
The programme also highlighted the importance of ensuring that children living in care institutions remain connected with education and mainstream society. Sukhwinder Singh, in-charge of the Child Care Institution, said children residing at the institution are being encouraged to continue their education and become part of the mainstream under the Mission Vatsalya initiative of the Women and Child Development Department.
He expressed gratitude to the Child Welfare Committee for organising the programme and for its continued support for the children. He said education is one of the most effective means of helping children build confidence, acquire skills and prepare themselves for a dignified and independent future.
Singh said children have the potential to contribute to society and the country when they receive proper education, guidance and opportunities. The role of teachers remains central to this process because educators help children understand their abilities and develop the knowledge and discipline needed to move forward.
He emphasised that children can shape their own future as well as contribute to the future of society and the country through education. The support provided by teachers, he said, would remain important throughout this journey.
The programme also underlined the broader objectives of child care and rehabilitation. Providing shelter and basic care to children is only one aspect of their development. Ensuring access to education, emotional support, guidance and opportunities for personal growth is equally important for helping them become confident members of society.
Members of the Child Welfare Committee and officials associated with child protection activities extended Teachers’ Day greetings to the children and educators present at the institution. Poonam Aggarwal, Advocate Monica Rani, Superintendent Balwinder Singh and Mona Chauhan conveyed their wishes to the students and teachers.
Representatives of the District Child Protection Unit, including Mukesh Kansal, Gaurav Sharma and Aanchal Tyagi, also extended their Teachers’ Day greetings.
The participation of child welfare representatives and officials reflected the importance being attached to the educational and overall development of children living in institutional care. Such programmes can provide children with encouragement and help them understand that education can open pathways towards greater opportunities.
The Teachers’ Day programme at the Chhachhrauli Child Care Institution thus went beyond a formal celebration. It became an occasion to discuss the transformative role of teachers and the importance of providing children with sustained educational support.
The speakers encouraged children to remain focused on their studies, identify their strengths and work consistently towards their aspirations. They emphasised that every child has potential and that the right guidance and opportunities can help that potential develop into meaningful achievement.
The programme concluded with Teachers’ Day greetings and appreciation for educators and all those working to connect children in institutional care with education and mainstream society. The event reinforced the message that teachers are not merely instructors but mentors who help children find direction, build confidence and prepare for the responsibilities of the future.
Through education and the guidance of committed teachers, children can develop the knowledge, skills and values needed to build their own lives and contribute positively to society. The programme at Chhachhrauli served as a reminder that investing in education and supporting children is ultimately an investment in the future of the community and the nation.
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