- National Teachers’ Award 2021 was awarded by President Ram Nath Kovind, September 5, 2021.
- President Kovind gave the awards to 44 finest teachers in the country for their dedicated contribution.
- The award is contributed to those who improve the quality of education for students and also inspire, enrich their lives.
- This year, the Ministry of Education released the name of 44 teachers, who would be conferred the National Teachers’ Award. Out of the total 44 teachers, 9 of the awardees are women.
- Due to the prevailing COVID-19 situation, President Kovind addressed the teachers virtually.
- While highlighting the role and importance of teachers in one’s life, President Kovind expressed his gratitude to all the teachers who received the awards.
- The award was also bestowed upon Pramod Kumar Shukla of Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS), Chhattisgarh.
- It is the second award in a row for an EMRS established under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
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