On the occasion of Teachers' Day, I extend my warm greetings to the entire teaching fraternity of our Islands. On this occasion, we pay tribute to the visionary philosopher, great teacher and former President of India, recipient of Bharat Ratna, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, whose remarkable contributions in the field of education continue to inspire generations across the nation. Teachers play a pivotal role in nurturing young minds and shaping the future of our country.

It gives me immense delight to learn that teachers of our Islands are working hard to ignite a spirit of research and innovation among our children, thus helping them learn knowledge, skills and technology indispensable for a Knowledge-based economy of 21st Century. Our teachers are also putting in their best efforts to develop competencies and capabilities to implement the National Education Policy-2020 in true spirit, which outlines an education system rooted in Indian ethos, while transforming India into an equitable and vibrant knowledge society.

I am confident that the selfless services being rendered by our teachers will help us reach new heights in the field of education and nurture our children as valuable Human resources and responsible citizens of our nation.

Once again, I extend my warmest wishes to all the teachers who tirelessly dedicate themselves to nurturing young minds towards building a Vikasit Bharat.

Happy Teachers' Day!

ADMIRAL D.K. JOSHI

PVSM, AVSM, YSM, NM, VSM (Retd.)

Lt. Governor, A&N Islands &

Vice-Chairman, Islands Development Agency